Occupational Therapist — Flexible, Impactful Adult Care

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Lease Car scheme

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred, strengths-based assessments and interventions across adult social care. You will work with people, families and carers to co-create plans that promote independence and wellbeing while upholding safeguarding principles.

The role requires HCPC registration, driving to travel across Essex, and a commitment to evidence-based practice with a strong emphasis on collaboration with partner agencies and the local

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience delivering occupational therapy in adult social care is desirable.
• Ability to apply evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Carry out holistic assessments and meaningful interventions.
• Collaborate with individuals, families and carers to support independence.
• Ensure safeguarding is at the heart of practice.

Skills

Creative thinking

Reliability

Practical ability

Strong communication

Relationship building

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking an Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred, strengths-based assessments and interventions across adult social care. You will work with people, families and carers to co-create plans that promote independence and wellbeing while upholding safeguarding principles.

The role requires HCPC registration, driving to travel across Essex, and a commitment to evidence-based practice with a strong emphasis on collaboration with partner agencies and the local