Job summary
- Main area
- OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Behavioural Health
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Employer
- Health Services Authority
- Employer type
- General Practice
- Town
- Cayman Islands
- Salary
- £68,468 to £75,693 per annum
- Closing
- Today at 23:59
Employer heading
Occupational Therapist Behavioural Health
Job Summary: The successful candidate will be conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and implementing therapeutic interventions to support patients’ sensory processing, emotional regulation, cognitive skills, daily living abilities, and social participation. Responsibilities include monitoring progress, coordinating discharge planning, educating patients and families, facilitating group programs, preparing individuals for employment, and ensuring continuity of care. The position also requires maintaining accurate documentation, safeguarding confidentiality, adhering to safety and infection-control protocols, and staying current with professional knowledge. Administratively, the role supports clinical governance, incident reporting, equipment and resource management, data collection, and quality-improvement initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate must have a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Occupational Therapy and at least three (3) years postgraduate experience. Experience working in a mental health facility or with mentally ill patients. He/she must be eligible for registration to practice in the Cayman Islands and hold a valid license to practice in either: Canada, South Africa, UK, USA, Jamaica, Australia, or New Zealand. A valid driver’s license is desirable. The ability to interact effectively with a culturally diverse population and excellent time management skills are required. The capability for proactive approaches and working effectively within a team environment are also essential.
A remuneration and benefits package, commensurate with experience and qualifications, will be offered to the successful candidate.
NOTE: Incomplete applications will not be considered. All applicants must complete and submit an HSA Application Form via e-mail to [email protected] using pdf format. Log on to our website at www.hsa.ky to access Application Form and Job Description
Application deadline: October 13, 2026
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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