Basic Grade Occupational Therapist Location: Dublin 16 Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Full-time, permanent We are seeking a dedicated Basic Grade Occupational Therapist to join a multidisciplinary mental health service providing specialist care to adults with complex and enduring needs.
This service delivers evidence-based, recovery-oriented interventions for individuals with conditions such as Alzheimers, Parkinsons, Huntingtons Disease, early-onset dementias, schizophrenia, and mood disorders.
Care is provided within a collaborative team including Psychiatry, Psychology, Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Dietetics, Physiotherapy, and General Practice.
Role Summary The post holder will work with residents who have severe and enduring mental illness and complex needs.
You will lead and manage your own Occupational Therapy caseload while contributing to high-quality, person-centred care.
Key Responsibilities Deliver a high standard of Occupational Therapy in line with local and national standards Undertake assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions Collaborate with residents, families, carers, and colleagues on care planning Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation Contribute actively to multidisciplinary teamwork and clinical governance Participate in supervision and continuous professional development Candidate Requirements CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) Eligibility for membership with AOTI Strong knowledge of statutory regulations relevant to healthcare Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills Proficient IT skills Energetic, responsible, and patient-focused approach Benefits Free onsite staff parking Subsidised staff restaurant Contributory pension scheme Career development and training support Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes Cycle-to-work scheme Long service recognition Closing Date for Applications: 7th September CVs can be directly sent to