At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist visually impaired individuals in achieving independence and develop tailored support plans.
- Company: Join a supportive council dedicated to enhancing lives through rehabilitation services.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, potential for permanent role, and meaningful work experience.
- Other info: Initial temporary contract with opportunities for growth and extension.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in rehabilitation or related fields, with a passion for helping others.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Rehabilitation Officer
Initial temporary contract for 3 to 6 months with potential to extend or offer permanent employment for the successful candidate. Salary will be negotiated based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Use advanced skills, knowledge and understanding of visual‑impaired specialism to assist in the development of service provision and promote independence, choice and control for service users.
- Carry out duties within a quality and equalities framework based on Council policy, performance targets, professional standards and best practice.
- Conduct specialist assessments of need for adults and children with visual impairments, including complex cases with additional disabilities, in accordance with council policies and legislation (NHS and Community Care Act 1990).
- Support service users, families and carers with specialist advice, prescribing training, equipment and services; assess appropriate support that meets their rehabilitation needs – including mobility training, daily living skills, self‑advocacy and risk evaluation.
- Promote and support personalisation through the Direct Payments process (RAS, Quickheart, Indicative Budget).
- Develop outcome‑focused support plans with the service user that identify and manage risk, ensuring agreed rehabilitation goals preserve or improve their independence.
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Rehabilitation Officer in London employer: Belmont Recruitment
Belmont Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Woolwich, where you can make a real impact on health and social care services. With a strong focus on employee development and innovative commissioning strategies, we provide ample opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a supportive team culture. Join us to be part of a meaningful mission that prioritises integrated service delivery and community well-being.
