Occupational Therapist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic and friendly team at the Marillac Neurological Care Centre (MNCC) to cover maternity leave for a fixed term for 6-12 months, with a possibility of extension.

The MNCC is a not for profit independent care home registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our aim is to be a leading centre of excellence for helping adults with neurological and complex physical disabilities.

The MNCC has a particular pride in its reputation for professionalism and kindness in its service to residents. These qualities rely very much on the commitment and skills of staff and the success of the Charity depends upon co-operation, trust and respect between all levels.

The purpose of this role is to provide direct Occupational Therapy assessment, treatment and management of residents residing at the MNCC. To work as part of the Occupational Therapy team managing caseloads and assessing the needs of residents with complex acquired neurological conditions and physical disabilities.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

To work and participate as a member of the multi-disciplinary team engaging in team discussion and the decision-making process with regards to resident care, rehabilitation pathways and care plans.

To ensure a safe, timely, and smooth transitional approach to discharge planning for intermediate care, and slow stream rehabilitation residents.

To work alongside our Occupational Therapy Lead in the provision of assessments and the development, implementation and evaluation of care pathways for our residents.

To provide specialist advice, equipment, intervention and occupation to maximise a residents function and quality of life.

To contribute to the decision making about occupational therapy strategies in liaison with other therapists for residents with complex physical and sensory disabilities, seeking specific/ specialist advice when appropriate.

To ensure the delivery in continuity and effectiveness of service by providing regularly reviewed treatment plans, accessible to all staff involved in the care of an individual.

To communicate effectively with residents, family members and all care staff (internal and external) involved in an individuals care.

About us

The MNCC is a not for profit independent care home registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our aim is to be a leading centre of excellence for helping adults with neurological and complex physical disabilities.