CAMHS occupational therapists (OTs) help children and young people with challenges linked to mental health difficulties, and work with them to improve their physical, psychological and social wellbeing.

Occupational therapists work with patients to improve their ability to manage everyday tasks they might otherwise struggle with as a result of a mental health problem.

CAMHS OTs might see patients on a one-to-one basis or within a group. They can help with issues such as clumsiness or poor coordination, sensory processing difficulties, poor concentration or attention problems and controlling impulses. They may also take young people on activity sessions to help them recover and readjust following a mental health crisis.

Hear more about the role of a occupational therapist from Alice at CAMHS Dorset

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree or postgraduate degree in occupational therapy that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Experience

CAMHS occupational therapists will need to have relevant post-graduate experience. Ideally this will be in a mental health environment and/or children’s services, although both elements may not be essential.

If you’re a qualified OT interested in a career with CAMHS, call us on 01202 443250 to chat to our team.

Other roles that might be of interest

Occupational therapists might also be interested in moving into other therapy roles as a CAMHS practitioner  or could undertake leadership training to become a CAMHS manager.

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