Occupational Therapist – Bideford Community Health and Social Care Team – Ref 7382

Proud to Care Devon; Northam; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a friendly and supportive team in a vibrant area of Northern Devon, dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with various health conditions. This role offers the chance to conduct meaningful assessments, provide tailored support, and work collaboratively with local councils and NHS teams. Enjoy flexible working patterns, a commitment to your professional development, and the opportunity to make a real difference in your community. With beautiful coastlines and top educational institutions nearby, this position not only promises professional growth but also a fulfilling lifestyle. If you are passionate about promoting independence and safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Potential relocation support

Commitment to continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Manage a caseload and deliver person-centered clinical assessments.
• Conduct moving and handling assessments and housing recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of adults with health conditions in the Torridge area.
• Support clients in achieving independence and safety.

Skills

Clinical Assessments

Risk Management

Person-Centered Service

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

Tools

Assessment Tools

Technology Solutions

Job description

Our Service

The Community Health & Social Care team covers a large area, including rural communities, towns, and villages across North Devon. Our team is closely connected with NHS teams, other social care teams, district councils, housing, and equipment providers. We are an enthusiastic, supportive team comprising social care assessors and both band 5 and 6 occupational therapists. The team occasionally carries out assessments via telephone or virtually, but most work is face-to-face in clients' homes.

About the role

You will join a friendly, supportive, and experienced team with regular peer support, supervision, appraisal, team meetings, and a commitment to learning and development, including access to CPD sessions. You will have the opportunity to travel around the scenic Torridge area of Northern Devon to assess and support clients.

Your responsibilities include assessing the needs of adults with various health conditions, including physical and learning disabilities, in the Torridge area. Clinical duties involve enabling individuals to maximize independence and safety, including risk management and reduction.

You will undertake moving and handling assessments and reviews, utilizing an optimal handed care focus. Housing assessments and recommendations for minor and major adaptations are also part of your role, working with equipment suppliers and local councils for disabled facilities grants.

You will identify equipment and technology solutions to promote independence and safety, consider preventative measures and safeguarding, and support clients in achieving their goals.

You will join the locality Occupational Therapy duty rota for timely interventions and support the team manager with triaging the Occupational Therapy waiting list. The role offers autonomy and hybrid working options, with support from the team and opportunities for joint working with NHS rehabilitation, learning disabilities services, and wider social care and health teams.

We encourage student placements, and you may be asked to host Occupational Therapy students individually or as part of the team.

About you

You should manage a caseload and deliver a person-centered service through clinical assessments, aligned with local government policies and legislation.

Does the job role include personal care?: No

Working Patterns:

30 hours per week

Essential details:

What we offer

• Commitment to your continuous professional development and preceptorship, with support and regular reflection opportunities.
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service.
• Recognition of NHS continuous service for contractual benefits.
• Flexible working options, including part-time, flexitime, compressed hours, and homeworking (subject to role needs).
• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A scenic and vibrant place to live and work, with top schools, universities, and beautiful coastlines.
• Potential relocation support up to £10,000 and visa sponsorship for eligible applicants relocating to Devon.

Please note: We are currently unable to consider overseas applications.

For more information, contact: [e-mail] or [e-mail]

Interviews are scheduled for 25th February 2025.

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• DCC promotes diversity and inclusion and is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. More info on ourEquality and Diversity webpages.
• Flexible Working arrangements are available, including hybrid, part-time, and condensed hours.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• This role requires fluency in English and a DBS check.
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• More about working for Devon atour Working for Devon page.
• This role requires HCPC registration.