Occupational Therapist

2 days ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Excel Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Occupational Therapist – Young Adult Mental Health

Location: Portlaoise, Co. Laois

Contract type: 1 year contract, Full Time 35 hours per week.

Are you a staff grade Occupational Therapist passionate about Young Adult Mental Health?

Do you want to make a real impact in the lives of young people facing mental health challenges? This is an exciting opportunity for a CORU-registered Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic Community Mental Health Team in Portlaoise, Co. Laois.

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff grade Occupational Therapist to join a young adult Mental Health team in Portlaoise.

We are looking for a CORU registered Occupational Therapist with demonstrable skills, enthusiasm and compassion. It is essential that the successful candidate has an interest to work with young people with Mental Health conditions.

Role:

  • 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 structured support and supervision.

Primary Duties:

  • 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.

To be successful in this role, you will:

  • 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.

If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapist looking to join a friendly, supportive team, we would love to hear from you.

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