
Occupational Therapist
- Portlaoise, Co Laois
- Contract
- Full-time
- Help young adults regain independence and improve their quality of life.
- You will work in a supportive team
- Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with experienced mental health professionals.
- You will develop your skills and gain hands on experience in evidence-based mental health interventions and occupational therapy assessments.
- You will have an excellent work life balance.
- You will have with structured support and supervision.
- Conduct occupational therapy assessments to evaluate how young people’s mental health conditions impact their daily lives.
- Develop and implement individualised intervention plans to support independent living, education, and social participation.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers.
- Actively participate in care planning, goal setting, and discharge planning for service users.
- Deliver one-to-one and group-based interventions focused on enhancing functional skills, coping strategies, and overall well-being.
- Support service users in building confidence, managing daily activities, and reintegrating into community life.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with best practices and regulatory standards.
- BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
- Hold full CORU registration
- Ability to work with individuals/groups within a supportive environment.
- Passion for working with young adults in mental health settings.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team and with service users.
- Ability to deliver therapeutic interventions in both individual and group settings.
- Previous experience in Mental Health or Young Adult Services is desirable but not essential.
- High level of communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
- IT skills/knowledge appropriate to the role
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