Locum Occupational Therapist – Equipment & Adaptations

Sanctuary Personnel; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join Cheshire West & Chester’s Social Service/Equipment & Adaptations Team in Ellesmere Port. In this locum role, you will assess clients' needs for specialist equipment and home adaptations to promote independence within the community.

You'll collaborate with NHS, social services and housing teams, plan and implement adaptations, and help secure funding where needed.

Qualifications

• Assess equipment and adaptation needs to promote independence.
• Provide tailored information and options to clients.
• Collaborate with NHS, charities and social services for funding when needed.
• Coordinate with housing teams and architects on adaptations.

Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of clients who are ill or have disabilities for equipment and adaptations, guiding them towards greater independence.
• Provide tailored information and advice to clients, ensuring they are well informed about their options.
• Conduct assessments for clients being discharged from hospitals or care facilities, determining their equipment needs for a successful transition home.
• Collaborate with agencies such as charities, NHS, and other social services to secure additional funding when necessary.
• Work closely with architects, housing departments, and clients to ensure the successful planning and implementation of adaptations.
• Engage with various agencies to maximise information sharing and improve client outcomes.
• Negotiate and make budget-conscious decisions on the most suitable adaptations for clients, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Ensure all adaptations meet the assessed needs and provide any additional equipment required for optimal use.
• Stay updated with developments in the Occupational Therapy field and arrange for equipment evaluations if necessary.
• Maintain knowledge of moving and handling techniques to better support care staff and clients.
• Evaluate clients for rehabilitation potential and refer them to the appropriate service when appropriate.

Skills

Needs assessment

Advice to clients

Interagency collaboration

Budget/resource decision-making

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join Cheshire West & Chester’s Social Service/Equipment & Adaptations Team in Ellesmere Port. In this locum role, you will assess clients' needs for specialist equipment and home adaptations to promote independence within the community.

You'll collaborate with NHS, social services and housing teams, plan and implement adaptations, and help secure funding where needed.