Occupational Therapist Assistant

Summary: The Occupational Therapist Assistant role in Redbridge involves supporting Occupational Therapists by providing prescribed equipment, implementing action plans, and teaching techniques to assist clients with disabilities. The position offers a manageable caseload and opportunities for further training, with an initial contract of 3 to 6 months and potential for extension. Candidates will benefit from a competitive pay rate and additional training opportunities within the authority. The role is ideal for those with experience working with adults with disabilities in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support to Occupational Therapists in delivering prescribed equipment and demonstrate safe usage.
• Implement and modify action plans with clients and their carers as necessary.
• Teach new techniques to help clients overcome disabilities.
• Recommend minor adaptations to clients' homes.
• Identify issues requiring higher-level intervention and refer clients appropriately.
• Offer ongoing support to clients and carers regarding the effects of disabilities.

Key Skills:

• Previous experience working with adults with disabilities in the community.
• Experience with minor equipment.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (can be obtained by the employer).
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Salary (Rate): £24

City: London

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other