Job summary
To work as a member of a community based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plans for service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory and adaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of a
community based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy
Assistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plans
for service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory and
adaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.
Provide a broad range of
support to service users who have physical or mental health problems, learning
difficulties, dependencies or are elderly. Help to develop and/or maintain
residents independence using a strengths based approach.
To take a lead role in the
development of DFG referrals and initial design briefs to promote independence
and empower service users to stay in community settings for as long as safely
possible.
Application of a working
knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Housing Regeneration Act and Disable Facilities
Grant Guidance, Health & Safety Legislation and Building Regulations
About us
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment and we would love you to join us in our mission! All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a member of a
community based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy
Assistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plans
for service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory and
adaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.
Provide a broad range of
support to service users who have physical or mental health problems, learning
difficulties, dependencies or are elderly. Help to develop and/or maintain
residents independence using a strengths based approach.
To take a lead role in the
development of DFG referrals and initial design briefs to promote independence
and empower service users to stay in community settings for as long as safely
possible.
Application of a working
knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Housing Regeneration Act and Disable Facilities
Grant Guidance, Health & Safety Legislation and Building Regulations
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a member of a
community based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy
Assistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plans
for service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory and
adaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.
Provide a broad range of
support to service users who have physical or mental health problems, learning
difficulties, dependencies or are elderly. Help to develop and/or maintain
residents independence using a strengths based approach.
To take a lead role in the
development of DFG referrals and initial design briefs to promote independence
and empower service users to stay in community settings for as long as safely
possible.
Application of a working
knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Housing Regeneration Act and Disable Facilities
Grant Guidance, Health & Safety Legislation and Building Regulations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSC/ Bsc/Diploma in Occupational therapy
- State Registration (HSPC & College of OT)
- An ability to work with staff and managers at all levels across the community, engaging with health, housing, partner agencies, and voluntary sector.
- To be proficient in the use of ICT systems and packages
- Experience of diffusing conflict and complaints
- Demonstrates positive attitudes and behaviours, taking a strength based approach to assessments
- Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, national guidelines and best-practice for a range of conditions
- Experience of case-management in clients with complex long-term conditions and disabilities
- General knowledge of safe installations and use of Assistive Technology, disability equipment and adaptations
- General knowledge of common conditions, their prognoses and management
- Experience of working with people of diverse cultural and religious communities
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritising and organise own work and caseload, including delegation
- Full Driving Licence with access to a car on a daily basis
- Physically capable of carrying, transporting and fitting equipment in peoples homes, within manual handling constraints and guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Community OT team
- Good, clear verbal and written communication style
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate and evidence skills in working with all age groups and many pathologies and disabilities
- Good assessment and recording skills
- Willingness to take responsibility and use initiative, according to level of experience and delegations
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Community OT team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSC/ Bsc/Diploma in Occupational therapy
- State Registration (HSPC & College of OT)
- An ability to work with staff and managers at all levels across the community, engaging with health, housing, partner agencies, and voluntary sector.
- To be proficient in the use of ICT systems and packages
- Experience of diffusing conflict and complaints
- Demonstrates positive attitudes and behaviours, taking a strength based approach to assessments
- Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, national guidelines and best-practice for a range of conditions
- Experience of case-management in clients with complex long-term conditions and disabilities
- General knowledge of safe installations and use of Assistive Technology, disability equipment and adaptations
- General knowledge of common conditions, their prognoses and management
- Experience of working with people of diverse cultural and religious communities
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritising and organise own work and caseload, including delegation
- Full Driving Licence with access to a car on a daily basis
- Physically capable of carrying, transporting and fitting equipment in peoples homes, within manual handling constraints and guidelines
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Community OT team
- Good, clear verbal and written communication style
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate and evidence skills in working with all age groups and many pathologies and disabilities
- Good assessment and recording skills
- Willingness to take responsibility and use initiative, according to level of experience and delegations
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Community OT team
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
