Community Occupational Therapist

Summary: Medway is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic team on a full-time basis, with the option to work from home. The role involves assessing service users with complex needs, providing expert advice on equipment and home modifications, and ensuring the dignity and respect of vulnerable individuals. The position is initially for 3 to 6 months, with potential for extension and opportunities for further training.

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 awareness of safeguarding vulnerable people and maintaining dignity and respect in interactions.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience working 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): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other