Occupational Therapist
3 weeks ago
Team: Adult Social Care - Reviewing Team
Bury Council is excited to announce new opportunities within our Adult Social Care Reviewing Team. We are expanding our services by introducing therapy support to enhance the care review process for our residents. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to empowering vulnerable adults in Bury and helping them to live as independent and fulfilling lives as possible.
Position Available:
- Grade 13 Occupational Therapist - 37 hours per week, 2-year contract.
While this position is initially set for 2 years, there will be a review towards the end of this period to evaluate the project's long-term sustainability, with the potential to make these roles permanent.
Please note that due to this project being a new initiative where working with high levels of professional autonomy will be required, this post requires candidates to have at least 2 years post-qualifying experience.
Why Choose Us?At Bury Council, we foster a supportive and collaborative work environment where your professional development is a priority. You'll be joining a community that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits, including:
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with adaptable scheduling.
- Exclusive Benefits: Access to discounted gym memberships and salary sacrifice schemes, including VivUp.
- Generous Annual Leave: Including the Greater Manchester Combined Authority continuous service commitment.
- Competitive Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our local government pension plan and access to employee wellbeing support services.
As an occupational therapist within the Adult Social Care Reviewing Team, you’ll play a critical role in transforming lives by helping individuals achieve and maintain independence. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Conducting Comprehensive Assessments: Evaluate individuals' needs and strengths to support their independence.
- Collaborating with Multi-disciplinary Teams: Work closely with professionals across various sectors to ensure holistic care.
- Promoting Independence: Utilize a strengths-based approach to empower individuals and reduce reliance on care services.
- Reviewing and Planning: Regularly review care plans to ensure they meet the evolving needs of residents, with a focus on promoting long-term well-being and independence.
- Joint Working: Working closely with the technical instructor and reviewing officers/social workers as part of providing assessments to customers and working with customers in ways to increase their independence
We're looking for an occupational therapist who is:
- Experienced and Compassionate: You have experience in a community care setting and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable adults.
- Dedicated to Professional Growth: You are committed to continuing your professional development and contributing to the development of the team.
- Skilled in Communication and Assessment: You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and can conduct thorough, strengths-based assessments.
- Registered: HCPC Registration for this role is a must.
In return for your dedication, Bury Council offers:
- A Supportive Work Environment: A culture that encourages professional curiosity and continuous learning.
- Training and Development: Access to comprehensive training opportunities to advance your skills.
- Collaborative Work Culture: Work alongside a diverse team of professionals dedicated to delivering outcome-focused interventions.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a generous benefits package, including pension contributions and protected time for professional development.
- Clinical supervision by appropriate discipline: Whilst coming under the day to day management of the Reviewing Team Manager, we will provide you with direct clinical supervision by an Occupational Therapist.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- Relevant Experience: You must be experienced in working with individuals in a manner which promotes their independence.
- Experience in Adult Social Care: A background in community care or a related setting is essential.
- Knowledge of Relevant Legislation: Understanding of legal frameworks relevant to adult social care, particularly the Care Act 2014.
- Eligibility to Work in the UK:
- A full UK driving license is required.
Embark on a fulfilling career with Bury Council and make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. Apply today
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and that there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.
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We support employees to work with agility, where appropriate for the post and service requirements.
We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities, and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore, we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.
Next steps
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to join a dynamic team where your passion for promoting independence is celebrated and supported, we want to hear from you
Contact C.Fielding@bury.gov.uk for advice and support with your application, and watch our video to learn more about why Bury is the place to be.
Let's work together towards an even brighter future for Bury For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Conor Fielding (Team Manager - Operations) via email on C.Fielding@bury.gov.uk, or contact Jane Street (Assistant Team Manager) via email on J.E.Street@bury.gov.uk
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