Experienced Occupational Therapist CA11 1342 Grade K
- Talent Pool
- Full Time
- Trowbridge
- 24.73 GBP per hour
Job Description
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Who You Are
- Qualified Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
- Possess a degree or equivalent experience/skills, including relevant professional qualifications and licenses.
- Expert knowledge of Health, Housing & Social Care legislation and relevant policies for safeguarding vulnerable adults.
- Proven ability in delivering adaptations through the Disabled Facilities Grant process and promoting independence through Reablement.
- Experience with supervisory roles, including managing staff development and providing informal supervision.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage across various stakeholders.
- Advanced ICT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft applications and specialist systems.
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, with a passion for high-quality customer-centric services.
- Fluent in English with the ability to generate complex and accurate reports.
- Must hold a valid UK driving license and be able to travel to client locations as required.
What the Job Involves
- Conducting occupational therapy assessments with customers to support independent living and achieve personal outcomes.
- Developing support plans that comply with legislative and policy guidelines, particularly focusing on safeguarding vulnerable adults.
- Providing professional supervision to Level 2 Occupational Therapists and Customer Coordinators, promoting evidence-based practice.
- Managing a complex caseload, ensuring interventions are timely and cost-effective while adhering to performance standards.
- Ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping and reporting in compliance with departmental targets.
- Assessing for and facilitating adaptations to enable accessible environments per housing eligibility criteria.
- Proactively contributing to team effectiveness by sharing knowledge and delivering training to support service development.
- Participating in a Specialist Response rota, managing risks and prioritizing service delivery effectively.
- Engaging in continual professional development, preparing for supervision and appraisal through self-evaluation.
- Representing the council positively and professionally in all dealings with customers, partners, and external agencies.
- Adhering to council policies on health and safety, equalities, and safeguarding vulnerable adults, reporting any concerns as necessary.
