Housing Social Services Occupational Therapist

JustOT; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team in Wokingham. The role involves assessing housing adaptation needs and providing support and recommendations. Candidates must be HCPC registered with at least 3 years of experience in social care. The position offers a competitive rate of £38 per hour and the opportunity for hybrid working.

Benefits

No registration fee

Free online training

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist.
• Minimum 3 years social care experience.
• Ability to assess and recommend adaptations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review Housing Adaptations needs of customers.
• Promote a strengths-based approach.
• Collaborate with the Housing Adaptations Team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Experience in social care

Ability to work with vulnerable individuals

Education

HCPC registration

Minimum 3 years experience as an OT

Job description

Overview

JustOT are recruiting for an HCPC registered experienced Occupational Therapist to work with our well-respected client based in Wokingham.

Role Details

• Location: Wokingham
• Rate: £38 per hour
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Essential Requirements: HCPC registered; minimum 3 years social care experience as an OT
• Working Hours: full time 37 hours, Hybrid working

Responsibilities

• To work in accordance with the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 to assess, review or reassess the Housing Adaptations needs of customers, make and support recommendations for adaptations based on a functional assessment, and offer advice, guidance and access to support services in line with eligible needs, with emphasis on health, safety and wellbeing for vulnerable individuals and those that care for them.
• Adopt and promote a strengths-based approach and maintain a professional and respectful working relationship with individual customers and carers.
• Adopt a personalized approach to ensure dignity, address cultural background and communication needs, and listen to and acknowledge choices and aspirations.
• Have comprehensive working knowledge of adaptations and promoting accessible environments, including relevant building regulations and Disabled Facilities Grant.
• Assess for and order basic equipment/adaptations following major adaptations.
• Train and support staff, customers and family on the correct use of equipment or adaptations, adhering to Health and Safety legislation, local policies, procedures and manual handling regulations.
• Collaborate with the Housing Adaptations Team to ensure high-quality support for customers applying for Disabled Facilities Grants or having major adaptations carried out, including team case review meetings.
• Share good practice and provide specialist housing knowledge to customers and colleagues.
• Assist in updating and clarification of policies and procedures to ensure referral routes follow good practice guidance.
• Work with individuals, carers, families and other stakeholders to gather information for assessing and reviewing needs and identify best options to meet identified needs.

Benefits and Additional Information

When you work with JustOT, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training and nationwide occupational therapy job opportunities.

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