Case Manager / Occupational Therapist - associate or employed roles available

Due to high demand for our case management and neurological occupational therapy services, we are aiming to expand our capacity in the North East of England. We are looking for experienced Case Managers and Occupational Therapists who share our commitment to person-centred rehabilitation to join our friendly, experienced team on an associate basis. The ideal candidate should have a background in Case Management and/or Neurological Occupational Therapy and be able to demonstrate experience in the treatment and management of clients with acquired brain injury and/or other complex conditions, with a good understanding of the medico-legal process.

Our associate roles offer a fantastic opportunity for applicants wanting the flexibility and freedom of being self-employed, alongside the support, infrastructure and camaraderie of being part of an organisation with a 25 year reputation as a respected provider of case management and rehabilitation services. We also have opportunities for employed roles for those who prefer the structure and stability of an employed position.

Job Outline

To provide an efficient and high-quality specialised case management and occupational therapy service, using a client-centred and goal-orientated approach, for adults and/or children with complex needs arising from acquired brain injury or complex neurological and physical conditions, in line with BABICM and IRCM standards, best practice guidelines and company policy.

Key skills, knowledge and experience

• HCPC registration
• BSc BSc Honours degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, with neurological specialism
• Experience as a practising Case Manager
• Ability to work with adults and/or children with complex needs
• Ability to undertake detailed clinical assessments and prepare thorough written reports
• Compassion and understanding of the needs of clients, families and carers

This post is subject to a DBS Check. You will work in the community, travelling to visit clients and attend meetings. You will be home-based, and will visit our head office in Penrith and our nearby second site at Owl Barn on occasion, for meetings and training.

Why join A Chance for Life Ltd?

We set a high standard for all our team at A Chance for Life, but you can expect a lot from us in return, including:

• Competitive rate of pay, commensurate with experience
• Flexibility – hours, caseloads, working patterns, work/life balance and freedom to do other work
• Ability to practice as a Case Manager and Occupational Therapist under one company
• A robust support structure and operational framework including; Business management, Clinical leadership, Administrative support, Documentation templates and resources, Bespoke clinical software, CQC registration, An experienced Lead Case Manager to be your dedicated mentor
• The A Chance for Life brand – work with a company with a long-standing reputation as a values-led provider of case management and rehabilitation services for people with complex neurological injuries.
• Training and development opportunities, including; Onboarding and bespoke in-house training, Regular check-ins with your mentor and support with clinical casework and documentation compliance, Support with sourcing and arranging mandatory training, In-person quarterly clinical team meetings and regular online training sessions, with internal and external speakers
• Access to other A Chance for Life services, expertise and resources – including Care and Support, Owl Barn - nature-based Neurorehabilitation, and Neurocare Physiotherapy
• Connect professionally and socially with our A Chance for Life team and benefit from community, open communication, shared knowledge and skills, with opportunities such as; Christmas celebrations, 'Virtual staffroom' sessions, Documentation catch-up days, An open forum for ideas and contributions from all members of the team

More details of the benefits we offer are available on request. If you would like to learn more about case management careers with A Chance for Life Ltd please get in touch. Contact Sally Wilkinson, Head of Case Management.