Job summary
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers in complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team, supporting residents across Oswald House, Whalley Road, Blackburn Road and our brand-new service, Bilberry Lodge, set to open in July 2025.
In this role, you will work closely with Occupational Therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team to support individuals with complex mental health needs in their recovery journey. You will assist in delivering therapeutic activities, promoting independence, and enhancing daily living skills within a specialist residential setting.
If you are a compassionate and motivated individual looking to develop your experience in mental health, we would love to hear from you!
Please note: This advert will close once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About us
Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
This role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
What you'll be doing:
- Work with residents across the four services to enable them to develop their domestic, self-care, social work or leisure skills as appropriate for each individual under the guidance and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
- Take responsibility for planning and facilitating specific therapeutic groups under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
- Observe the general behaviour, mood, ability, and response of patients during sessions and respond as appropriate.
- Make accurate and clear entries in patients’ clinical records.
- Feedback residents’ engagement and progress to the multi-disciplinary team as and when requested to do so.
- Attend and contribute to meetings and clinical discussions as appropriate.
- Accompany people we support on social and therapeutic outings as requested.
- Keeping people safe from harm and protecting their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Job description
Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
This role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.
What you'll be doing:
- Work with residents across the four services to enable them to develop their domestic, self-care, social work or leisure skills as appropriate for each individual under the guidance and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
- Take responsibility for planning and facilitating specific therapeutic groups under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist.
- Observe the general behaviour, mood, ability, and response of patients during sessions and respond as appropriate.
- Make accurate and clear entries in patients’ clinical records.
- Feedback residents’ engagement and progress to the multi-disciplinary team as and when requested to do so.
- Attend and contribute to meetings and clinical discussions as appropriate.
- Accompany people we support on social and therapeutic outings as requested.
- Keeping people safe from harm and protecting their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A Nest Personal Pension account
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A passion for providing person centred care
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Be able to encourage and engage people in a range of activities
Desirable
- Experience of organising activities and working within the care sector / mental health would be an advantage but not essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- A passion for providing person centred care
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude
- The ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Be able to encourage and engage people in a range of activities
Desirable
- Experience of organising activities and working within the care sector / mental health would be an advantage but not essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
