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Mental health occupational therapists (OTs) are leaving posts due to lack of career development. Strategies are being updated to improve retention by addressing specific needs of different OT grades.

Area of Science:

Occupational therapy
Mental health services
Human resources in healthcare

Background:

Declining retention rates of occupational therapists (OTs) in mental health settings were observed.
High vacancy rates, up to 75% in senior-2 posts, indicated a significant workforce challenge.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the primary reasons for occupational therapist (OT) attrition in mental health.
To identify factors influencing OT retention within a specific healthcare trust.
To inform the development of targeted retention strategies.

Main Methods:

A survey was conducted among occupational therapists (OTs) within a mental health trust.
Data collected focused on reasons for leaving and reasons for staying in their posts.

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Main Results:

Lack of career development was the most cited reason for OTs leaving their positions.
Continued employment in mental health services was the most popular reason for OTs to stay.

Conclusions:

Addressing career development opportunities is crucial for improving OT retention in mental health.
Leveraging the desire to work in mental health can be part of retention efforts.
Trusts can enhance retention by tailoring strategies to the specific needs of different OT grades.