Occupational Therapist

Adult Occupational Therapist – Cheshire (Local Authority)

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an Adult Occupational Therapist on behalf of a Cheshire-based Local Authority.

Location: Cheshire
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00
Rate: £35 per hour Umbrella / £27 per hour PAYE

Job Purpose To assess the needs of individuals within the community who are ill or have a disability and, through the provision of specialist equipment, adaptations, and appropriate advice, support them to become more independent and remain in their own homes.

Principal Responsibilities

• Assess the needs of ill and disabled service users for equipment and adaptations, considering diagnosis and prognosis
• Provide appropriate information, advice, and guidance to service users and carers
• Complete assessments for individuals returning from hospital or nursing homes and arrange equipment to support discharge
• Source funding from agencies such as charities, the NHS, and Social Services where required
• Liaise with architects and service users to review and approve adaptation plans
• Work collaboratively with Housing, NHS, and voluntary organisations to ensure effective communication and outcomes
• Negotiate suitable adaptation solutions in line with service user needs and budget constraints
• Ensure completed adaptations meet assessed needs and arrange additional equipment where appropriate
• Assess for equipment provision to reduce the impact of disability
• Keep up to date with developments in Occupational Therapy equipment and arrange supplier visits where necessary
• Maintain knowledge of moving and handling techniques and support the training of care staff
• Identify rehabilitation needs and refer to appropriate services
• Maintain Continuing Professional Development and professional registration standards

Requirements

• Qualified Occupational Therapist
• HCPC registered
• Experience within adult social care or community settings
• Strong assessment and communication skills

Service Care Solutions benefits and interested please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk

The benefits of working with Service Care Solutions include a £200 referral bonus for successful candidate recommendations and a £150 sign-up bonus for new candidates.