Mel Johnson

Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at University of West England, Bristol. All views expressed are my own.

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

@DellanorrisOt @ClareMcFadzean You can bet on it!! Thanks so much for your hard work and looking forward to many more fun future meet-ups. All the best with your new career adventure 🥳🏆🤸‍♀️

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Great day at #RCOT2021. So enjoyed Science of Happiness, actively examining our thought processes to choose positivity, and ended with learning/CPD opportunities using OT podcasts. Thank you @RCOT for a phenomenally well organized & presented virtual conference. Super-impressed!!

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

@RCOT_Lauren @SomersetCouncil @SomersetOT Same here! Well done on your 'new' role 👏. Surviving thanks but #RCOT2021 has definitely fired up the energy and motivation levels. Lots of inspiring OT going on out there!!

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Thanks @RCOT_Lauren for the shout-out during your #RCOT2021 session on how rehab interventions can address health inequalities. Loved the use of #smallchangebigimpact stories to illustrate the work OTs do in this area ❤️ @SomersetCouncil @SomersetOT

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Reality check today at #RCOT2021 by Prof Sir Michael Marmot about the factors contributing to health inequity in the UK. Highlighted the need to really examine whole-system service provision and focus it where it is needed most. @SomersetCouncil @SomersetOT

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

It’s day 2 of #RCOT2021!

We’re starting another packed day at Annual Conference looking at social justice and health equity with @MichaelMarmot. See you at 8.30am

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Shared the amazing work our OTs do with @SomersetCouncil's wider ASC team today. Last thought for the week: 'the highs and the lows are shared with a pretty special bunch, supporting one another through it all, so we can support others. Why #ChooseOT? Because it's awesome!' @RCOT

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

#Occupationaltherapists work with many different people in a variety of settings. Chris supports young offenders to learn new skills and improve their #mentalhealth. Find out more at: https://t.co/XktpGMZpvZ #ChooseOT

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Lynsey, an aspiring OT on our internal development programme, said about OT: 'I love that it helps the individual to see the potential they can have … I love that this profession uses a person-centred approach, focusing on the individual’s strengths.' #ChooseOT @SomersetCouncil

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

Lin, one of our locum OTs, commenced her studies at age 48. When asked why she loves OT, she said: 'I love the work, meeting and helping people … and having a career in later life that is satisfying and rewarding.' #ChooseOT #OTweek2020 @SomersetCouncil @RCOT @paulette_ot

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

I 'fell' into OT after an injury meant that my chosen career in ballet was no longer possible. Shadowing an OT in preparation for the course, I was struck by her passionate advocacy for those she worked with. 22 years on, I still see this every day. #ChooseOT @SomersetCouncil

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

This #OTWeek2020 we're be sharing stories from our Adult Social Care occupational therapists and aspiring occupational therapists about what prompted them to #ChooseOT. Here's Chaia to tell you more … @SomersetCouncil @SomersetOT @theRCOT @paulette_ot https://t.co/W3AKRkc5qe

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

This #OTWeek2020 we'll be sharing stories from our Adult Social Care occupational therapists and aspiring occupational therapists about what prompted them to #ChooseOT. Here's Clare to tell you more …
@SomersetCouncil @SomersetOT @theRCOT @paulette_ot
https://t.co/YI6SVbpfSq

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

Want to know how long it takes to become an #occupationaltherapist? Discover your study options. https://t.co/XktpGMZpvZ #ChooseOT #occupationaltherapy

[Clare Boobyer-Jones @ClareBoobyerMPH]

⁦⁦@SomersetOT⁩ is a group of OT leaders across Somerset and today they are sharing their joint strategy. Their ambition is to enable the people of Somerset to engage in meaningful activities, leading to better health and well-being #OTweek2020

[paulette baker @paulette_ot]

Proud to be part of the Somerset OT network making Sometset the best place for OT's to work! come and join us! #ChooseOT #OTweek2020

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

“And then it clicked, this is what I wanted to do with my life.”

Francesca supports people with #learningdisabilities to live their best lives. Discover Francesca’s journey to #ChooseOT. https://t.co/XktpGMZpvZ

[paulette baker @paulette_ot]

I love being an Occupational therapist. Working alongside people gives a privileged insight into the rich tapestry of their lives. My role is to help them darn the small holes which occur over time so that unique tapestry stays whole strong and colourful to the end.#ChooseOT

[Mel Johnson @LearningOt]

If you're interested in knowing more about a career in occupational therapy, have a look at this RCOT resource #ChooseOT #OTWeek2020 @SomersetOT @SomersetCouncil

[Royal College of Occupational Therapists @theRCOT]

We’re excited to launch our new careers website filled with information and inspirational stories to help people to #ChooseOT. Check out and share the website: https://t.co/XktpGMHO7p