Occupational Therapist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Chipping Barnet; Híbrido; GBP 34.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

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Bi-Weekly Pay

Flexible Working Pattern

Office & Community-based work

Descripción de la vacante

Civic Recruitment Limited is sourcing an Occupational Therapist for a Local Authority in London on a 12-month contract. You will perform assessments, provide interventions and recommendations to promote independence at home and in the community.

The role involves office-based work one day per week and regular community visits across the borough. The ideal candidate will have HCPC registration, a degree in Occupational Therapy, and extensive experience in Adult Social Care, including moving and

Formación

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy is required.
• Current HCPC Registration is required.
• Experience in Adult Social Care and community-based assessments preferred.
• Experience with Disability Facilities Grants (DFG) and housing adaptations is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out occupational therapy assessments for adults with social care needs.
• Develop person-centred support plans leveraging strengths-based assessments.
• Recommend equipment, adaptations and moving and handling solutions.
• Coordinate with health, housing and social care colleagues to achieve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Care Act 2014 and local policies.
• Attend a weekly duty day and conduct community visits across the borough.

Conocimientos

Assessment skills

Report writing

Communication

Autonomous working

Educación

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

Descripción del empleo

East Barnet, United Kingdom

Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care - 12 Month Contract

Local Authority | 12 Month Contract

Location: 2 Bristol Avenue, Colindale, London, NW9 4EW

Contract: 12 Month Contract

Hours: Full Time

Working Pattern: Minimum 1 Day Office-Based, Community Visits, and 1 Duty Day Per Week

Summary

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join a Local Authority's Long-Term Adult Social Care Occupational Therapy Team for a 12-month contract. This team is dedicated to providing assessments, guidance, and interventions for adults aged 18 and over who have long-term disabilities, health conditions, frailty, or age-related needs. The goal is to support their independence and wellbeing at home and in the community. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, you will conduct assessments, recommend necessary equipment and adaptations, perform moving and handling evaluations, and collaborate with health, housing, and social care professionals to achieve person-centred outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments for adults with social care needs.
  
• Evaluate functional abilities, mobility, personal care needs, and daily living activities.
  
• Develop person-centred support plans through strengths-based assessments.
  
• Recommend and coordinate the provision of equipment, from simple to complex solutions.
  
• Assess and plan for minor and major adaptations, including those funded by Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG).
  
• Perform moving and handling assessments for individuals with complex physical needs.
  
• Offer manual handling advice and guidance to carers and care providers.
  
• Provide advice, information, and strategies for self-management to foster independence.
  
• Participate in a weekly duty day to triage incoming referrals.
  
• Collaborate with health professionals, housing providers, care agencies, and voluntary organizations.
  
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of cases and assessments.
  
• Ensure interventions comply with the Care Act 2014, professional standards, and Local Authority policies.
  
• Promote independence, mitigate risks, and prevent or delay the need for ongoing care services.
  

Requirements

Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
  
• Current HCPC Registration.
  
• Extensive experience as an Occupational Therapist in Adult Social Care.
  
• Experience in community-based occupational therapy assessments.
  
• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and relevant adult social care legislation.
  
• Experience in conducting moving and handling assessments.
  
• Proficiency in recommending specialized equipment and adaptations.
  
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work autonomously.
  
• Strong skills in assessment, report writing, and communication.
  
• Experience in a multidisciplinary setting.
  
• Enhanced DBS.
  
• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
• Business Use Motor Insurance.
  
• Experience in a Local Authority Adult Social Care Team.
  
• Experience with Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) assessments.
  
• Experience working with adults with complex physical disabilities and long-term conditions.
  
• Knowledge of housing adaptations and provision of specialized equipment.
  

Additional Information

• Minimum one day per week office attendance required.
  
• Community visits throughout the borough are necessary.
  
• Mileage and travel are part of the role.
  
• A person-centred, strengths-based practice approach is essential.
  

What's on Offer?

• 12 Month Contract
  
• Full-Time Hours
  
• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
• Flexible Working Pattern
  
• Combination of Office, Community, and Duty-Based Work
  
• Supportive Adult Social Care Team
  
• Opportunity to significantly impact adults' independence and wellbeing
  
• Potential for contract extension
  

Ideal for candidates with experience as an Occupational Therapist, Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist, Community Occupational Therapist, Senior Occupational Therapist, Adaptations Occupational Therapist, Disabilities Occupational Therapist, Moving and Handling Occupational Therapist, or Adult Services Occupational Therapist.