Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care - 12 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments for adults with social care needs.
  
  


• Evaluate functional abilities, mobility, personal care needs, and daily living activities.
  
  


• Develop person-centred support plans through strengths-based assessments.
  
  


• Recommend and coordinate the provision of equipment, from simple to complex solutions.
  
  


• Assess and plan for minor and major adaptations, including those funded by Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG).
  
  


• Perform moving and handling assessments for individuals with complex physical needs.
  
  


• Offer manual handling advice and guidance to carers and care providers.
  
  


• Provide advice, information, and strategies for self-management to foster independence.
  
  


• Participate in a weekly duty day to triage incoming referrals.
  
  


• Collaborate with health professionals, housing providers, care agencies, and voluntary organizations.
  
  


• Maintain accurate records and documentation of cases and assessments.
  
  


• Ensure interventions comply with the Care Act 2014, professional standards, and Local Authority policies.
  
  


• Promote independence, mitigate risks, and prevent or delay the need for ongoing care services.
  
  

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
  
  


• Current HCPC Registration.
  
  


• Extensive experience as an Occupational Therapist in Adult Social Care.
  
  


• Experience in community-based occupational therapy assessments.
  
  


• Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and relevant adult social care legislation.
  
  


• Experience in conducting moving and handling assessments.
  
  


• Proficiency in recommending specialized equipment and adaptations.
  
  


• Ability to manage a diverse caseload and work autonomously.
  
  


• Strong skills in assessment, report writing, and communication.
  
  


• Experience in a multidisciplinary setting.
  
  


• Enhanced DBS.
  
  


• Full UK Driving Licence.
  
  


• Business Use Motor Insurance.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in a Local Authority Adult Social Care Team.
  
  


• Experience with Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) assessments.
  
  


• Experience working with adults with complex physical disabilities and long-term conditions.
  
  


• Knowledge of housing adaptations and provision of specialized equipment.
  
  

Additional Information

• Minimum one day per week office attendance required.
  
  


• Community visits throughout the borough are necessary.
  
  


• One duty day per week to manage incoming referrals.
  
  


• Mileage and travel are part of the role.
  
  


• A person-centred, strengths-based practice approach is essential.
  
  

What's on Offer?

• £34.31 per hour (Umbrella)
  
  


• 12 Month Contract
  
  


• Full-Time Hours
  
  


• Bi-Weekly Pay
  
  


• Flexible Working Pattern
  
  


• Combination of Office, Community, and Duty-Based Work
  
  


• Supportive Adult Social Care Team
  
  


• Opportunity to significantly impact adults' independence and wellbeing
  
  


• Potential for contract extension