Occupational Therapist

• Job Type: Full-time or Part-time (minimum 3 days per week)
• Location: Office-based 60% of the time
• Office based in Basinghall Street

We are seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our dynamic team. This role involves a variety of tasks including home assessments, equipment provision, and reablement assessments. The ideal candidate will manage their own caseload and support the team in a multi-skilled, generic role. This position requires an Enhanced DBS check.

• Conduct home assessments and recommend necessary adaptations such as wet-rooms, stairlifts, and ramping.
• Perform manual handling assessments and provide specialist seating assessments and provisions.
• Carry out reablement assessments, support reviews of clients, and make recommendations for care package adjustments.
• Complete specifications and diagrams for major adaptations.
• Provide duty support including equipment orders for discharge and coordination with social workers and duty managers.
• Conduct welfare contacts through phone calls and home visits.
• Liaise with various teams such as NRS, IIT, ACRT, CMHT, and community rehab teams.
• Attend bi-monthly meetings focusing on business and development.
• Engage in project work and telecare assessments as required.
• Perform housing assessments and provide recommendations.
• Utilise tools such as the Mosaic database, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Conduct out-of-borough visits as necessary.

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with a valid registration.
• Experience in handling a diverse caseload, ideally within a community setting.
• Proficient in using IT systems including databases and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and liaison skills to effectively coordinate with various teams.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing tasks and needs within the team.
• Enhanced DBS check is essential.

• Internal discounts across various categories including Arts & Culture, Health & Wellbeing, and more.
• Access to a range of staff diversity networks.
• Participation in staff sports and activities clubs.
• Opportunities for professional development through an extensive workforce development programme.

To apply for this Occupational Therapist position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.