Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Essex

Occupational Therapist Location: Essex Contract: Permanent / Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Our client is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their mental health and rehabilitation services. The role involves providing person-centred OT interventions to support recovery, independence, and daily functioning for clients with a variety of mental health and neuro-rehabilitation needs. Key Responsibilities: Conduct assessments of clients’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and environmental needs Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Deliver therapy through individual and group sessions using therapeutic exercises, sensory integration, and coping skills training Recommend and provide adaptive equipment and environmental modifications Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with caregivers Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to care reviews Requirements: BSc (Hons) or Diploma in Occupational Therapy HCPC registration Experience in occupational therapy, ideally with mental health or neuro-rehabilitation Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical reasoning skills Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Benefits: Competitive salary 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave Flexible benefits including healthcare, gym membership, IT equipment Career development, training, and leadership opportunities Supportive, recovery-focused working environment