Occupational Therapist (part time - fixed term)

The Occupational Therapist will join Jamis Adult Mental Health Service, supporting members of the Jewish community experiencing mental illness, emotional distress, trauma, isolation, and other challenges that impact daily life and wellbeing. Working within a recovery-focused, strengths-based, and person-centred service, the postholder will help individuals identify meaningful goals, develop practical skills, improve independence, and engage in activities that support recovery and social inclusion. Through assessment, therapeutic interventions, group facilitation, and partnership working, the Occupational Therapist will empower individuals to overcome barriers, build resilience, and participate in meaningful occupations that enhance wellbeing and quality of life. This part-time role is based over three days per week and includes some early evening working to support service delivery.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join Jamis Adult Mental Health Service. Using occupational therapy principles and evidence-based approaches, you will undertake assessments, develop personalised intervention plans, facilitate therapeutic groups, and provide one-to-one support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges. You will support people to build confidence, develop daily living skills, strengthen social connections, and achieve meaningful personal goals. Working collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, families, and community organisations, you will help deliver high-quality, recovery-focused support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and inclusion. This is an excellent opportunity for an HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist who is passionate about mental health recovery and person-centred practice.

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About the employer

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Through Jami, our mental health service, we support people experiencing mental illness, psychological distress, trauma, and social isolation to live meaningful and fulfilling lives. Jami delivers a wide range of community-based services that focus on recovery, resilience, independence, and social inclusion. Working closely with individuals, families, healthcare professionals, and community partners, we provide practical, emotional, and therapeutic support tailored to individual needs. Guided by Jewish Cares values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to helping people build confidence, achieve their goals, and maintain positive mental health and wellbeing within their communities.