269 Senior Therapist jobs in Ireland

Staff Occupational Therapist Location: South Dublin Contract Type: Temporary Salary: HSE Payscale- dependent on experience We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team in an community mental health setting in South Dublin.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in various stages of psychiatric recovery.

Qualifications and Requirements: CORU registered.

Experience in a mental health setting.

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

Empathy and dedication to delivering high-quality patient care.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Contact: If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Risn Halliday AHP Healthcare Recruitment Consultant, FRS Recruitment- or apply directly via the FRS Website.

Skills: OT Mental Health Community Temporary South Dublin

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Acute Location: Dublin City Contract Type: HSE Contract (Full-Time, 35 hours/week) - Likely to become permanent Start Date: ASAP Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales, for Senior Occupational Therapist Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist on behalf of an Inpatient Mental Health Acute Services in Dublin. This full time role is based in the Elm Mount Unit at St. Vincent's University Hospital, Dublin, and offers the chance to join a highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to work in an acute mental health setting, leading on assessment and intervention, supervising staff, and developing the Occupational Therapy service within the unit. You will have the support of well experienced Occupational Therapist's with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist mental health services. Role Purpose The successful candidate will provide high-quality Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to service users within an acute mental health inpatient unit, working as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to service development, supervise staff, and ensure regulatory compliance, while benefiting from strong peer support and opportunities for CPD and career progression. The Adult Occupational Therapy Service, provide services to the following clinical areas: Community Mental Health Teams Community Rehabilitation Teams Psychiatry of Later Life Teams Approved centre Psychiatry of later life service Approved centres - acute units Mental Health Intellectual Disability Eating Disorder Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive OT assessments and evidence-based interventions to adults in an acute mental health setting. Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment programmes for service users according to service standards Be responsible for the day-to-day running of a designated service area(s) by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager In conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service and service users Supervise and support a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant. Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the OT service within the approved centre. Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. Develop and implement service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager. Maintain service delivery in line with HSE standards, policies, and regulations. Engage in service meetings, care planning, and multidisciplinary case discussions. Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice within Ireland and in accordance with local guidelines Essential Requirements: BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist. Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience as an OT. Previous experience in mental health desirable. HSE mandatory training completed (or willingness to complete before starting) Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills A collaborative, recovery-oriented, and person-centred approach. Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills. Next steps: For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone EXCLCHAR Skills: Occupational Therapist Mental Health In patient Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Medforce are looking for anRequirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health for an inpatient facility in Westmeath, the purpose of this role will beto provide high-quality, recovery-focused Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults admitted to the in-patient mental health unit. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to enable service users to regain and develop skills for daily living, recovery, and community integration. Requirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Carry out comprehensive OT assessments of occupational performance, function, and recovery needs. Plan and implement individualised treatment programmes using evidence-based, recovery-oriented approaches. Facilitate bothindividual and group interventions(e.g., life skills, creative therapy, social skills, sensory regulation). Support service users in developing skills forself-care, productivity, leisure, and community living. Contribute todischarge planning, including community liaison, home assessments, and activity-based recovery planning. Maintain high professional standards in documentation, confidentiality, and record keeping. Provide specialist OT input to holistic treatment and recovery plans. Work collaboratively with service users, families/carers, and external agencies to support recovery. Requirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Bachelor/Masters degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by CORU. CORU registration. Experience (clinical placement or post-qualification) in mental health or related area. Desirable: Post-qualification experience in adult mental health (acute in-patient or community). Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice. Training in group facilitation, sensory approaches, or cognitive remediation. Experience in outcome measurement tools (e.g., MOHOST, COPM, OCAIRS). #MEDAHP

Role: Senior Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Location: South Dublin Job type: Full Time Permanent Salary: € 63,279.00 to € 74,509.00 TTM Healthcare Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Occupational Therapist for one of Irelands leading healthcare organisations based inBlackrock, Co. Dublin. This organisation is a national centre of innovation in public mental health service provision delivering a community based adult mental health service for the South East Coast of Co. Dublin to a catchment area of some 182,000 people approximately. In addition to general adult mental health services, they provide early intervention in psychosis, ADHD, gender and general hospital mental health services. Applications are invited from Occupational Therapists with experience working in mental health services.This post is based in the Crisis Response Service.Given the novelty of this clinical programme the post holder will have the opportunity to influence the direction of occupational therapy provision in future similar services as they roll out nationally.The successful applicant will join a vibrant occupational therapy department that values collaboration, teamwork, and advancing the occupational therapy ethos within services.They will receive supervision and support from the Occupational Therapy Manager and other colleagues in the department. Benefits: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Annual Increments Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/ professional development Generous days annual leave Paid sick leave Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Opportunities for career progression Public Pension Scheme Group Health Insurance Scheme Group HSF Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Qualifications and Requirements: CORU registration 3 years experience Clinical experience working with adults with mental health challenges in a community setting. Experience in supporting people in acute psychological distress is advantageous for this post. Full license and use of a car If you or someone you know is interested, please email your CV to com or call Ex 205 to discuss further. Skills: Senior Mental Health coru

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Acute Location: Dublin City Contract Type: 6-Month HSE Contract (Full-Time, 35 hours/week) - Likely to be extended Start Date: ASAP Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales, for Senior Occupational Therapist Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist on behalf of an Inpatient Mental Health Acute Services in Dublin.

This full time role is based in the Elm Mount Unit at St.

Vincent's University Hospital, Dublin, and offers the chance to join a highly skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to work in an acute mental health setting, leading on assessment and intervention, supervising staff, and developing the Occupational Therapy service within the unit.

You will have the support of well experienced Occupational Therapist's with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist mental health services.

Role Purpose The successful candidate will provide high-quality Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to service users within an acute mental health inpatient unit, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You will contribute to service development, supervise staff, and ensure regulatory compliance, while benefiting from strong peer support and opportunities for CPD and career progression.

The Adult Occupational Therapy Service, provide services to the following clinical areas: Community Mental Health Teams Community Rehabilitation Teams Psychiatry of Later Life Teams Approved centre Psychiatry of later life service Approved centres - acute units Mental Health Intellectual Disability Eating Disorder Key Responsibilities: Provide comprehensive OT assessments and evidence-based interventions to adults in an acute mental health setting.

Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment programmes for service users according to service standards Be responsible for the day-to-day running of a designated service area(s) by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager In conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service and service users Supervise and support a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant.

Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the OT service within the approved centre.

Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others.

Develop and implement service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc.

and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager.

Maintain service delivery in line with HSE standards, policies, and regulations.

Engage in service meetings, care planning, and multidisciplinary case discussions.

Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice within Ireland and in accordance with local guidelines Essential Requirements: BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist.

Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience as an OT.

Previous experience in mental health desirable.

HSE mandatory training completed (or willingness to complete before starting) Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills A collaborative, recovery-oriented, and person-centred approach.

Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.

Next steps: For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone EXCLCHAR Skills: Occupational Therapist Mental Health In patient Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Medforce are looking for an Requirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health for an inpatient facility in Westmeath, the purpose of this role will beto provide high-quality, recovery-focused Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to adults admitted to the in-patient mental health unit.

The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) to enable service users to regain and develop skills for daily living, recovery, and community integration.

Requirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Carry out comprehensive OT assessments of occupational performance, function, and recovery needs.

Plan and implement individualised treatment programmes using evidence-based, recovery-oriented approaches.

Facilitate bothindividual and group interventions(e.g., life skills, creative therapy, social skills, sensory regulation).

Support service users in developing skills forself-care, productivity, leisure, and community living.

Contribute todischarge planning, including community liaison, home assessments, and activity-based recovery planning.

Maintain high professional standards in documentation, confidentiality, and record keeping.

Provide specialist OT input to holistic treatment and recovery plans.

Work collaboratively with service users, families/carers, and external agencies to support recovery.

Requirements of Occupational Therapist - Adult Mental Health Bachelor/Masters degree in Occupational Therapy recognised by CORU.

CORU registration.

Experience (clinical placement or post-qualification) in mental health or related area.

Desirable: Post-qualification experience in adult mental health (acute in-patient or community).

Knowledge of recovery-oriented and trauma-informed practice.

Training in group facilitation, sensory approaches, or cognitive remediation.

Experience in outcome measurement tools (e.g., MOHOST, COPM, OCAIRS).

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Job Title: Staff grade Occupational Therapist - Community Mental Health Team Location: Miltown, Dublin 6, Contract Type: Full time, 6 Month Agency Contract, high probability to convert to a HSE contract Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join a supportive Community Mental Health Team based in Miltown, Dublin 6. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist seeking to gain valuable experience in mental health within a well-structured HSE team. This job begins as a 6 month agency contract, with a high probability of progression into a permanent HSE position, offering stability and long-term career growth. You will have the support of well experienced Occupational Therapist's with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist mental health services. You will benefit from mentorship, peer support, and ongoing CPD opportunities through a busy Occupational Therapy department with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist services. You will join a service that values innovation, collaboration, and a recovery-oriented approach to mental health. The Adult Occupational Therapy Service, provide services to the following clinical areas: Community Mental Health Teams Community Rehabilitation Teams Psychiatry of Later Life Teams Approved centre Psychiatry of later life service Approved centres - acute units Mental Health Intellectual Disability Eating Disorder The Occupational Therapy service currently consists of an Occupational Therapy Manager, Senior and Staff Grade Occupational Therapists as well as Occupational Therapy Assistants working across the mental health services. Role Overview As a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist within the Community Mental Health Team, you will: Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and review of treatment / intervention programmes for service users according to service standards. Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post. Collaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment / intervention planning and in the provision of support and advice. Plan discharge or transition of the service user between services as appropriate Document all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries in accordance with local service and professional standards. Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / intervention programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy. Attend clinics, review meetings, team meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. as designated by Senior Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Manager. Maintain quality standards of practice and participate in quality assurance and clinical audit as appropriate. Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. Essential Requirements: BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience in mental health desirable. Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills A collaborative, recovery oriented, and person centred approach. Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills. Apply Now! For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone EXCLCHAR Skills: Occupational Therapist Adult Mental Health Dublin Community role

Job Title: Staff grade Occupational Therapist - Community Mental Health Team Location: Churchtown covering Churchtown/ Dundrum/Clonskeagh) Contract Type: Full time, 6 Month Agency Contract, high probability to convert to a HSE contract Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join a supportive Community Mental Health Team based in Churchtown, with coverage extending to Dundrum and Clonskeagh. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist seeking to gain valuable experience in mental health within a well-structured HSE team. The role begins as a 6-month agency contract, with a high probability of progression into a permanent HSE position, offering stability and long-term career growth. You will have the support of well experienced Occupational Therapist's with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist mental health services. You will benefit from mentorship, peer support, and ongoing CPD opportunities through a busy Occupational Therapy department with a wealth of expertise across general adult and specialist services. You will join a service that values innovation, collaboration, and a recovery-oriented approach to mental health. The Adult Occupational Therapy Service, provide services to the following clinical areas: Community Mental Health Teams Community Rehabilitation Teams Psychiatry of Later Life Teams Approved centre Psychiatry of later life service Approved centres - acute units Mental Health Intellectual Disability Eating Disorder The Occupational Therapy service currently consists of an Occupational Therapy Manager, Senior and Staff Grade Occupational Therapists as well as Occupational Therapy Assistants working across the mental health services. Role Overview As a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist within the Community Mental Health Team, you will: Be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and review of treatment / intervention programmes for service users according to service standards. Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post. Collaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment / intervention planning and in the provision of support and advice. Plan discharge or transition of the service user between services as appropriate Document all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries in accordance with local service and professional standards. Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / intervention programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy. Attend clinics, review meetings, team meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc. as designated by Senior Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Manager. Maintain quality standards of practice and participate in quality assurance and clinical audit as appropriate. Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. Essential Requirements: BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist. Previous experience in mental health desirable. HSE mandatory training completed (or willingness to complete before starting) Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills A collaborative, recovery-oriented, and person-centred approach. Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills. Next steps: For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone EXCLCHAR Skills: Occupational Therapist Adult Mental health Community Occupational Therapist

Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland's leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are currently seeking applications from a suitability qualified Senior Occupational Therapist to work in the newly developed low secure mental health service working alongside a Basic Grade Occupational Therapist and a diverse multidisciplinary team. Candidates must demonstrate the necessary interest, capability, performance and enthusiasm in line with the requirements of this role. **Salary comparable to HSE payscale** Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! Company Pension Comprehensive Induction process Continuous Professional Development Fantastic development & career opportunities Life Assurance/Death-in-Service Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Education Assistance Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Bike to work Scheme. Refer/Retain a friend bonus. Discounts with Retailers - Nationwide Job Objectives This will include the following on a day-to-day basis Clinical Manage a caseload, carrying out assessment, evidenced based intervention and evaluation of treatment programmes for individuals presenting with complex mental health difficulties residing in a low secure mental health unit. Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention is to be provided with consideration for self-care, productive and leisure occupations Engage in interdisciplinary working with members of the clinical team including but not limited to Consultant Psychiatrists, Behaviour Specialists, Nurses, Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Social Care Workers and Assistance Support Workers to meet the person-centred needs of individuals on your caseload Develop and facilitate individual and group therapy programmes within the mental health unit based on the identified occupational performance difficulties of individuals. Promote recovery-oriented occupational therapy practice in your interactions and work with individuals, staff and other key stakeholders Participate in promoting compliance with the Judgement Support Framework Contribute to individual care planning, risk assessment and risk management Complete detailed reports for internal/external stakeholders and ensure the quality of documentation of all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes and reports are in accordance with Nua Healthcare policy and professional standards Provide support to key stakeholders for carry over of Occupational Therapy recommendations Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical department meetings and occupational therapy department meetings Direct and supervise Occupational Therapy students and Occupational Therapists Deputise for the Occupational Therapy Manager as required Attend and work the days and hours which s/he is assigned Demonstrate professional conduct and behaviour by adhering to legal, ethical and professional practice standards in all aspects of practice Maintain files and records on service users in accordance with the records policy Education and Training Complete any mandatory trainings assigned through Nua Healthcare's Learning Management System Attend internal/external conferences/ courses relevant to practice Participate in and follow up on actions set or learnings identified from clinical supervision and performance appraisals Quality Improvement Participate in annual Occupational Therapy Department Strategic Planning meetings and support the attainment of strategic goals Contribute to the sharing of knowledge and best practice both within the Occupational Therapy Department, the Low Secure Unit and wider Nua Healthcare Service Promote the Nua Healthcare Occupational Therapy Department at both a local and national level Present at conferences/courses relevant to practice and contribute to research Health & Safety Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards Actively participate in risk management issues, identify risks and take responsibility for appropriate action Report any incidents/accidents/near misses in accordance with Nua Healthcare policies and procedures Have a knowledge of HIQA and Mental Health Commission Standards as they apply to the role for example. Skills Requirement Qualification: Hold a Degree/ Masters in Occupational Therapy from a 3rd level institution offering a programme of study accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Be registered with CORU or show proof of pending registration at application stage. Knowledge: Knowledge of the Judgement Support Framework and experience supporting compliance with same. Knowledge of individual care planning and experience contributing to individual risk assessment Experience: Post-qualification work experience working in forensic mental health services. Have at least three years relevant post qualification experience as an Occupational Therapist preferably in adult mental health services Experience in developing and running therapeutic services and programmes including occupation based and psycho-educational groups Experience working with individuals with complex mental health presentations Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development (CPD). Skills: Strong leadership skills. Strong problem-solving skills and judgement. Have excellent communication and team-working skills. Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner in a dynamic fast paced environment. Have a desire to support the ongoing development of the occupational therapy team with a willingness to engage in service development and quality improvement initiatives. Have excellent communication and team-working skills. Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner. #Nua2 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Apply button below to Login/Register.