Occupational Therapy Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bromley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking dedicated professionals to provide essential support to Adults and Carers. This role involves formulating and implementing tailored support plans, ensuring the delivery of services, and collaborating with various professionals to meet service users' needs. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in Health and Social Care, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of relevant legislation. Join a team committed to making a positive impact in the community and enjoy the opportunity to contribute to service development and user engagement.

Benefits

£250 Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience working with Adults and Carers in Health and Social Care.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking assessments of Adults' and Carers' needs.
• Monitoring and evaluating services to ensure effectiveness.
• Engaging with users and carers while following anti-discriminatory practices.

Skills

Health and Social Care Experience

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Care Act 2014

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant Social and Health Care Qualification

Job description

Job Description

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• Providing practical support and information for Adults and Carers.
• Formulating and implementing individual support plans by arranging and monitoring the delivery of services/payments to Adults and Carers.
• Working in conjunction with team colleagues and other professional staff to ensure that service user's needs are met.
• Monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating services to ensure they are provided effectively and in accordance with needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Undertaking assessments of Adults' and Carers' needs in accordance with the Care Act 2014 and departmental procedures.
• Requesting minor adaptations to the Service User's home, checking their suitability post-installation, and ensuring safety and independence for the Service User and Carer.
• Seeking advice and support from qualified or registered professionals, e.g., Occupational Therapists, when additional input is needed.
• Maintaining accurate Adult and Carer records following departmental policies and practices.
• Following up on complaints in accordance with departmental policies.
• Engaging with users and carers in a manner consistent with anti-discriminatory practices developed by the department.
• Contributing ideas and information for future service development.
• Making appropriate safeguarding alerts in collaboration with professional staff.

Requirements:

• Experience working within Health and Social Care directly with Adults and Carers.
• A relevant social and health care qualification is preferable but not essential.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Care Act 2014, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other relevant legislation.
• Sound working knowledge of Social Services legislation and practice.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with individuals and organizations with different and conflicting agendas.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative and imaginative thinking to anticipate and solve problems within appropriate parameters.
• Enhanced DBS check dated within the last 12 months; being on the update service may allow for a faster recruitment process.

Working with Archer Resourcing

We have been helping professionals find exciting new roles for years, leveraging strong relationships with major UK social care employers to offer the best opportunities. Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all applications but may hold your CV for future roles. We also offer a £250 referral bonus for successful referrals.