Job summary
As a skilled, enthusiastic qualified Occupational Therapist your role will be to provide outstanding services for adults in Bassetlaw.
Much of our work involves visiting client's in their own homes engaging them in strengths-based conversations; for this you will need a flexible, compassionate, & inclusive approach.
You will manage a varied caseload which may involve clients with moving and handling needs as well as complex equipment, and major adaptations.
The work also involves liaison & par
Main duties of the job
Undertake complex occupational therapy assessments where elements of risk management are common and urgent responses may be
required, within a multi-professional environment.
Assess an individual`s functional abilities in relation to the occupational tasks and activities that are meaningful to them, identifying the
potential for their independence in occupational activities and make strengths-based recommendations that prevent or delay the need for social care.
Where appropriate, plan, implement and review Reablement or Enablement programmes that are occupation focused, establishing clear
person-centred goals tailored to individual needs.
About us
We are in a period of transition & within the next few months we will begin to accept referrals for all adults from eighteen years onwards; becoming an 'All Ages' team.
The work environment is dynamic & focuses on a solid support structure including robust clinical supervision as well as opportunities to develop practice, through joint working & Continuing Professional Development . The skills & experience of the wider integrated team covers Physical Disability, Learning Disability, Mental Health conditions, Learning Disability, ASD, and substance misuse.
Hybrid working arrangements supported by all the technology you need to work at home and across the area of Bassetlaw.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Here in the Living Well Teams (North) we are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is committed to providing outstanding services for adults in Newark, Sherwood, and Bassetlaw.
We are looking for:
A qualified Occupational Therapist who is HCPC registered.The ability to take a strength-based approach to your work with people in a community setting.With a flexible and compassionate, inclusive manner.For you to provide clinical support for other team members including Occupational Therapists, Community Care officers and Social WorkersFor you to provide advice and support to your Team Manager regarding Occupational Therapy practice.Someone who can manage a varied caseload including moving and handling, complex equipment, and major adaptations.A good working knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants and specialist equipment would be an advantage.Working in partnership with local community health professionals, housing, district councils and other local services.Support to managers to meet the departments' performance and service delivery requirements, to manage systems effectively and to work positively within a culture of change.
In return we can offer you:
A dynamic work environment of high support and developing practice.A highly supportive integrated team environment. Our teams are staffed by Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Community Care Officers who specialise in working with people who live with Physical Disability, Learning Disability, Mental Health conditions, Learning Disability, ASD, and substance misuse. Hybrid working arrangements supported by all the technology you need to work at home and across the county.Strength based, creative approach to working with people.Commitment to regular CPD.Regular professional supervision from an Occupational Therapy Manager.Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
For informal discussion, please contact Jo Baker (Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist) on 0115 977 3532, Alison Jackson (Team Manager) on 0115 804 2243 or Jodie Blaydes on 0115 8040222 (Team Manager).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Here in the Living Well Teams (North) we are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who is committed to providing outstanding services for adults in Newark, Sherwood, and Bassetlaw.
We are looking for:
A qualified Occupational Therapist who is HCPC registered.The ability to take a strength-based approach to your work with people in a community setting.With a flexible and compassionate, inclusive manner.For you to provide clinical support for other team members including Occupational Therapists, Community Care officers and Social WorkersFor you to provide advice and support to your Team Manager regarding Occupational Therapy practice.Someone who can manage a varied caseload including moving and handling, complex equipment, and major adaptations.A good working knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grants and specialist equipment would be an advantage.Working in partnership with local community health professionals, housing, district councils and other local services.Support to managers to meet the departments' performance and service delivery requirements, to manage systems effectively and to work positively within a culture of change.
In return we can offer you:
A dynamic work environment of high support and developing practice.A highly supportive integrated team environment. Our teams are staffed by Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Community Care Officers who specialise in working with people who live with Physical Disability, Learning Disability, Mental Health conditions, Learning Disability, ASD, and substance misuse. Hybrid working arrangements supported by all the technology you need to work at home and across the county.Strength based, creative approach to working with people.Commitment to regular CPD.Regular professional supervision from an Occupational Therapy Manager.Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
For informal discussion, please contact Jo Baker (Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist) on 0115 977 3532, Alison Jackson (Team Manager) on 0115 804 2243 or Jodie Blaydes on 0115 8040222 (Team Manager).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An Occupational therapy qualification recognised by the Health and Care Profession Council
- (HCPC).
Experience
Essential
- 1:At least two years' post qualification experience which clearly evidences the ability to undertake
- occupational therapy tasks and responsibilities within complex and demanding situations where
- elements of risk will be present.
- 2. Experience of operating as part of a team and assisting others in their work.
- 3. Experience of independently managing workload and prioritising demands and tasks to meet
- objectives effectively.
- 4. Experience of keeping detailed records and constructing reports or formal letter / submissions.
- 5. Experience of working with members of the public who require support with complex issues.
- 6. Demonstrable experience of using information technology in a range of applications.
- 7. Experience of operating as Safeguarding Enquiry Officer in the context of occupational therapy
- related investigations.
- 8. Experience of negotiating with partner agencies to achieve objectives.
- 9. Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An Occupational therapy qualification recognised by the Health and Care Profession Council
- (HCPC).
Experience
Essential
- 1:At least two years' post qualification experience which clearly evidences the ability to undertake
- occupational therapy tasks and responsibilities within complex and demanding situations where
- elements of risk will be present.
- 2. Experience of operating as part of a team and assisting others in their work.
- 3. Experience of independently managing workload and prioritising demands and tasks to meet
- objectives effectively.
- 4. Experience of keeping detailed records and constructing reports or formal letter / submissions.
- 5. Experience of working with members of the public who require support with complex issues.
- 6. Demonstrable experience of using information technology in a range of applications.
- 7. Experience of operating as Safeguarding Enquiry Officer in the context of occupational therapy
- related investigations.
- 8. Experience of negotiating with partner agencies to achieve objectives.
- 9. Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
