Community Occupational Therapist

Community Occupational Therapist

Posted 2 days ago by Ackerman Pierce on Reed

£38 Per hour
Undetermined
Hybrid
Brecon, Powys

Summary: The role of Community Occupational Therapist at Powys involves joining a dynamic team to assess service users with complex needs, providing expert advice on home modifications and equipment. The position offers a full-time contract with the flexibility to work from home, a manageable caseload, and opportunities for further training. The initial contract is for 3 to 6 months, with the potential for extension. Candidates must have relevant experience and qualifications in occupational therapy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assessment of service users and carers with complex needs in relation to home environment.
  • Providing expert advice and assessments for equipment and home modifications.
  • Conducting adaptations, moving and handling assessments, and minimizing the need for care packages.
  • Ensuring safeguarding of vulnerable people and maintaining dignity and respect in interactions.

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience as an Occupational Therapist in the community.
  • Manual handling experience.
  • HCPC Registration.
  • Enhanced DBS/CRB (can be obtained by the employer).
  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
  • Occupational Therapist Qualification.

Salary (Rate): £38

City: Brecon

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other