Occupational Therapist

Moving and Handling Team

2 Year fixed term contract

St Helens

Full time

Houly rate - TBC

Our Local Authority client are currently recruiting an Occupational Therapist to support with their 'Moving With Dignity' project, for a 2 year fixed term contract.

The project will aim to reduce double handed care packages to single handed care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive moving and handling assessments for individuals with complex needs.
• Prepare detailed risk assessment reports to inform care plans and practices.
• Deliver moving and handling training to formal and informal carers.
• Apply up-to-date knowledge of moving and handling techniques, including the use of specialised equipment.
• Provide expertise in the provision of equipment and major adaptations for individuals with physical disabilities.
• Utilise IT skills to maintain accurate records and support reporting requirements.

Requirements:

• Must have at least Diploma/BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and have HCPC registration.
• Knowledge of up to date moving and handling techniques, including moving and handling equipment and a good understanding of complex physical disabilities.

If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact Kaylah on or 01772954200 and put through your application .

*Referral Scheme*

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, don't forget that we offer up to 500 in vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job. For more details, contact the office at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200.

Kaylah is a specialist recruiter in Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy, working in partnership with several public and private sector clients nationwide, so if this one isn't for you, please still get in touch so that we can discuss more suitable roles!

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