Advanced Practitioner (Occupational Therapist) HCC622803

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester is seeking an experienced Advanced Practitioner Occupational Therapist to lead complex casework while supporting staff development and innovative service delivery. This role requires HCPC registration and experience in occupational therapy, focusing on empowering individuals to regain independence in daily life. The position offers a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a good work-life balance.

Benefits

Market supplement of £3,000 per annum

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational sick pay

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading complex casework and promoting independence.
• Ability to provide expert advice and training to staff and clients.
• Strong collaborative skills to work with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex casework for high-risk clients.
• Collaborate with various health and social care organizations.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and professional standards.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Teamwork

Casework management

Communication

Education

HCPC registration

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Job description

Joining our motivated, supportive team as anAdvanced Practitioner, you'll be an experienced and qualifiedOccupational Therapistwith HCPC registration. You'll lead complex casework, support staff development, and contribute to innovative service delivery that promotes independence and wellbeing. You'll model best practice, lead on high-risk and complex cases, and play a key role in our multi-disciplinary Reablement Service. You'll be instrumental in shaping occupational therapy practice and supporting the professional growth of our practitioners.,

• Lead complex casework: Assess, plan, and review high-risk cases. Deliver person-centred interventions to help individuals maintain or regain independence in daily life.
• Provide expert advice & training: Support and supervise Occupational Therapists, particularly in high-risk or challenging cases. Provide expert advice and advocacy to individuals and communities.
• Champion Occupational Therapy: Promote innovative approaches to occupational therapy and service delivery.
• Promote teamwork: Work closely with Occupational Therapists, practitioners, carers, sensory staff and support teams to improve service delivery and outcomes.
• Quality of care: Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and professional standards, informed by social care legislation and clinical knowledge.
• Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role and therefore it is essential that you already have the right to work in the UK before applying. Other roles you may have experience in may include: Rehabilitation Therapist, Senior Practitioner, Senior Occupational Therapist.
• Make a Difference: Work in collaborative partnership with organisations across Health and Social care to maximise independence, prevent hospital admissions, and facilitate rapid discharge from hospital to improve outcomes for the people of Hampshire.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to develop your leadership skills. Our Advanced Practitioners (Occupational Therapists) are paid a market supplement of £3,000 per annum.
• Professional Development: Supportive supervision and continuous learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life alongside paid enhancements for weekend and bank holiday work.
• Employee Support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.