Occupational Therapist

2 months ago

Slough, United Kingdom Slough Borough Council Full time

Job summary

To work as a member of a community based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plans for service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory and adaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.

Main duties of the job

To work as a member of acommunity based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational TherapyAssistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plansfor service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory andadaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.

Provide a broad range ofsupport to service users who have physical or mental health problems, learningdifficulties, dependencies or are elderly. Help to develop and/or maintainresidents independence using a strengths based approach.

To take a lead role in thedevelopment of DFG referrals and initial design briefs to promote independenceand empower service users to stay in community settings for as long as safelypossible.

Application of a workingknowledge of the Care Act 2014, Housing Regeneration Act and Disable FacilitiesGrant Guidance, Health & Safety Legislation and Building Regulations

About us

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment and we would love you to join us in our mission All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute greatly to delivering services to local people - either directly, or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling prosperous and healthy lives.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as a member of acommunity based team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational TherapyAssistants. Use OT expertise to assess, implement, evaluate and review OT plansfor service users and carers, applying strength based, compensatory andadaptive methods of Occupational Therapy to promote independent living.

Provide a broad range ofsupport to service users who have physical or mental health problems, learningdifficulties, dependencies or are elderly. Help to develop and/or maintainresidents independence using a strengths based approach.

To take a lead role in thedevelopment of DFG referrals and initial design briefs to promote independenceand empower service users to stay in community settings for as long as safelypossible.

Application of a workingknowledge of the Care Act 2014, Housing Regeneration Act and Disable FacilitiesGrant Guidance, Health & Safety Legislation and Building Regulations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

MSC/ Bsc/Diploma in Occupational therapy State Registration (HSPC & College of OT) An ability to work with staff and managers at all levels across the community, engaging with health, housing, partner agencies, and voluntary sector. To be proficient in the use of ICT systems and packages Experience of diffusing conflict and complaints Demonstrates positive attitudes and behaviours, taking a strength based approach to assessments Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations Knowledge of relevant legislation, national guidelines and best-practice for a range of conditions Experience of case-management in clients with complex long-term conditions and disabilities General knowledge of safe installations and use of Assistive Technology, disability equipment and adaptations General knowledge of common conditions, their prognoses and management Experience of working with people of diverse cultural and religious communities Ability to work autonomously, prioritising and organise own work and caseload, including delegation Full Driving Licence with access to a car on a daily basis Physically capable of carrying, transporting and fitting equipment in peoples homes, within manual handling constraints and guidelines

Desirable

Previous experience of working in a Community OT team Good, clear verbal and written communication style

Experience

Essential

Can demonstrate and evidence skills in working with all age groups and many pathologies and disabilities Good assessment and recording skills Willingness to take responsibility and use initiative, according to level of experience and delegations

Desirable

Previous experience of working in a Community OT team

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