Occupational Therapist - Community Adults Team

Sanctuary Personnel; Crewe; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Choice and freedom

Competitive rates

Learning opportunities

Supportive team

Job summary

HealthJobs Ltd is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for a community adults team in Crewe, Cheshire. The role involves home visits, assessing needs of adults with illnesses or disabilities, and arranging equipment and adaptations to support safe discharge from hospital.

You will liaise with housing, NHS, and voluntary organisations, ensure documentation is thorough, and support patients through the discharge process while maintaining HCPC registration and professional development.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy required.
• HCPC registration required.
• Experience in physical disability Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs of adults in the community.
• Determine equipment and adaptations required.
• Provide informed advice and guidance to service users.
• Complete assessments to support smooth hospital discharge.
• Arrange equipment to support safe discharge home.
• Liaise with architects on adaptation plans.
• Collaborate with housing, NHS, and voluntary services.
• Check adaptations meet assessed needs.
• Refer service users to rehabilitation services when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Travel willingness

HCPC registration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Community Adults Team

Specialism: Occupational Therapy

Location: Crewe, Cheshire

Salary: Up to £35.00 per hour

Type: Full-time, ongoing

This is a full-time position with the contract duration being ongoing, providing a wonderful opportunity for an experienced occupational therapist to truly make a difference in the community by working with adults who have illnesses and physical disabilities. This community-based role will require you to perform home visits and focus on providing essential equipment, adaptations, and facilitating smooth hospital discharges.

Perks and benefits

• Flexible working: As a locum, you get the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life while exploring diverse work settings.
• Choice and freedom: Enjoy the freedom to choose your work hours and locations, which helps in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
• Competitive rates: Earn competitive hourly rates, giving you financial comfort and real revenue for your skills.
• Learning opportunities: Dive into an array of learning experiences with varied cases and scenarios that enrich your professional journey.
• Supportive team: Have the chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to changing lives.

What you will do

• Assess the needs of adults with illness or disabilities within the community.
• Determine the nature and extent of required specialist equipment and adaptations.
• Provide informed advice and guidance to service users.
• Complete thorough assessments to ensure smooth and effective hospital discharge.
• Arrange necessary equipment to support safe discharge to home environments.
• Liaise with architects regarding adaptation plans.
• Collaborate effectively with housing, NHS, and voluntary organisations.
• Check completed adaptations meet assessed needs.
• Refer service users to rehabilitation services when necessary.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Prior experience working in physical disability Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to personal development.
• Car driver with a willingness to travel.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with Social Services and knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) processes.
• Familiarity with relevant legislation and partner agencies.
• Systematic approach to work.
• Effective team working skills.
• Flexible with work demands.

Crewe, Cheshire is not only a great place to contribute professionally but also holds a charm for living. Enjoy a vibrant community with a rich history, excellent transport links to major cities, and plenty of recreational activities. It's a place where work-life balance can genuinely be achieved. Come join us and make a significant impact in the lives of many while working in a supportive and rewarding environment.