Occupational Therapist | Westmorland / South Lakes | £34 p/h

Ashberry Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their team in Westmorland/South Lakes. This role involves conducting strength-based assessments and providing essential guidance to practitioners and students. You will play a crucial part in ensuring high-quality service delivery while managing case-loads effectively. The ideal candidate will possess an accredited Occupational Therapy degree, relevant professional registration, and a passion for supporting individuals and their carers. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Accredited Occupational Therapy Degree or equivalent required.
• Registration with the appropriate professional body is essential.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct strength-based Occupational Therapy assessments.
• Provide guidance and training to practitioners and students.
• Manage case-loads and ensure quality of team output.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Time Management

Change Management

Negotiation Skills

Judgement and Decision Making

Case-load Management

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Degree

Professional Occupational Therapy Qualification

Tools

Information Technology Skills

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Westmorland / South Lakes

£34 p/h

Westmoreland are looking for an OT to undertake strength-based Occupational Therapy assessments, including environmental and functional assessments, capacity assessments, and Best Interest Assessments/Decisions with individuals and their carers.

To support practitioners, ASYE, and students by directing their work, giving day-to-day case guidance and advice to practitioners and managers, and providing instruction, coaching, and on-the-job training. Assist in allocating work to others and check the quality of work of colleagues in their team to maintain effective teamwork.

Essential Criteria – Qualifications, knowledge, experience and expertise

• Accredited Occupational Therapy Degree or equivalent Professional Occupational Therapy qualification
• Registration with appropriate professional body
• To have successfully completed/be willing to complete Best Interest Assessor training, in order to take on the statutory role of Best Interest Assessor (BIA).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development/CPD within the last 2 years
• Evidence of successful completion of ASYE where the local authority has this in operation or, where there has been no ASYE programme, the ability to demonstrate significant experience in equivalent Post Qualification level.
• Knowledge and application of departmental and council objectives and initiatives
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of own professional area of practice and issues within Adults Services
• Evidence of extended relevant working experience including independent assessment and delivery of support
• Understanding and application of theoretical approaches, practices & procedures relevant to customers, carers, and professional colleagues
• Knowledge of National Policies and legislation relevant to area of work.
• Experience of case-load management and planning/implementation of interventions for allocated cases
• Having an awareness and understanding of risk with the ability to assess, manage, escalate appropriately, and balance with safety
• Ability to influence people to change and to make difficult decisions
• Change management within a positive framework, timescales, and budget
• Demonstrate significant experience of leadership skills
• Proven ability to demonstrate sound judgement and autonomy of decision making in highly unpredictable situations.
• Good interpersonal skills including negotiating, conciliating, written and verbal communication, and motivational skills
• Ability to create innovative, strengths-based solutions with individuals and their carers
• Ability to create and maintain a culture that enables and empowers staff and individuals alike
• The ability to plan interventions to be implemented for customers individually
• Ability to plan and prioritise casework for self and others.
• Good time management/punctuality and the ability to work to deadlines within the allocated resources
• Ability to network effectively with multi-disciplinary organisations
• Demonstrable information technology skills/competencies.
• Ability to identify and challenge inappropriate practice