Occupational Therapist – Department of Psychiatry.

Occupational Therapist – Department of Psychiatry The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will deliver high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy services to service users within the acute mental health setting in Drogheda. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary mental health team, supporting assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and recovery-focused care for individuals experiencing acute mental illness. Responsibilities of Occupational Therapist – Department of Psychiatry Provide occupational therapy assessment, intervention, and evaluation for service users admitted to or attending acute mental health services. Use evidence-based OT models and assessments relevant to acute psychiatry (e.g. MOHO, recovery-oriented practice). Identify occupational performance issues related to self-care, productivity, leisure, social participation, and community living. Plan and implement individual and group-based interventions, including life skills, coping strategies, functional activities, and recovery-focused programmes. Support service users in developing daily routines, roles, and meaningful occupations during acute admission and discharge planning. Actively participate in MDT meetings, case conferences, ward rounds, and care planning. Communicate effectively with psychiatry, nursing, psychology, social work, and other allied health professionals. Contribute OT input to risk assessment, care plans, and discharge planning, including liaison with community mental health services. Work collaboratively with service users to promote choice, autonomy, and recovery. Provide education and support to families/carers where appropriate, in line with consent and confidentiality policies. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records in line with HSE and CORU standards. Adhere to clinical governance, risk management, and safeguarding policies. Comply with all relevant HSE policies, procedures, and legislation, including mental health legislation. Requirements of Occupational Therapist – Acute Mental Health Be registered, or eligible for registration, with CORU as an Occupational Therapist. Hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy. Demonstrate knowledge of mental health occupational therapy practice, particularly within acute settings. Demonstrate ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills. Demonstrated commitment to recovery-oriented and person-centred care. To apply please click below or contact [email protected] #MEDAHP