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Job overview

An exciting opportunity has been developed within GMMH Wigan and Bolton CAMHS. We  are developing a new intensive team, Ealing Model for GMMH CAMHS. This is a role that will truly enable you to make a system wide difference to children and families who are experiencing difficulties associated with complex autism and learning disabilities. It is a chance develop and work as part of a multi disciplinary team  a service aligned to the Ealing Model, but also drawing on your knowledge and expertise of the needs of this population. It is an exciting and transformational project.

As our occupational therapist (OT), you’ll work collaboratively with our CAMHS and other Mental Health Services across the system, as well as Acute and/or Specialist Hospitals, the Police, Education and Social Care.

This is a diverse and challenging role, where you’ll provide OT assessment and intervention to children and adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis and/or difficulties. You’ll need to enable these children and adolescents – and those that support them – to participate meaningfully in everyday activities, maximising independence and minimising risk. Plus, you’ll help build relationships with our hospitals and  and prevent admission

Main duties of the job

To be successful in this role, it’s vital that you are a HCPC registered OT with a diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy. You should also have evidence of continuing professional development through relevant paediatric post-graduate, short-specialist training courses. Plus, clinical experience in a range of settings including home, education and community. Clinical leadership is also desirable but not essential.

You’ll need to be flexible, motivated and reliable with excellent planning and organisational skills. You should also have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and be willing to embrace new ways of working. It’s also important that you can recognise people’s right to privacy and dignity – treating every person with respect

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.