Mental Health Occupational Therapist - Essex

Occupational Therapist – Eating DisorderLocation: Essex Contract:** Permanent / Full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Our clientis seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their mental health services, specialising in eating disorders. The role involves providing person-centred OT interventions to support individuals in restoring daily functioning, promoting independence, and improving engagement in meaningful activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver specialist OT assessments and interventions for individuals with eating disorders

Support recovery-focused routines, relapse prevention, and sustainable lifestyle changes

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement treatment plans

Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions addressing meal planning, sensory regulation, emotional management, and body image rehabilitation

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to audits, care reviews, and service development

Requirements:

HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist

Experience in eating disorder services or mental health settings desirable

Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, and communication skills

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits:

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave

Flexible benefits including gym membership, healthcare plan, and IT support

Access to training, career development, and professional qualification sponsorship

Supportive, recovery-focused working environment