At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct assessments and create tailored therapy plans for dementia care home residents.
- Company: Join Nottingham CityCare Partnerships, a leader in integrated care services.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, supportive team environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia.
- Qualifications: Strong skills in Occupational Therapy and experience with dementia care.
The predicted salary is between 37338 - 44962 £ per year.
As a member of the multi-disciplinary Dementia Outreach Team within Nottingham CityCare Partnerships Integrated Care Homes Service (ICHS), you will undertake specialist assessments of care home residents living with dementia. You will develop and implement treatment plans, using clinical knowledge to enhance physical and social environments, supporting individuals to engage in activities of daily living.
This is a 12 month fixed-term role working 22.5 hours per week.
Responsibilities- Perform holistic patient assessments and develop individual therapy programs.
- Manage a clinical caseload of care home residents with dementia.
- Collaborate with team members, specialist services, and physical therapy clinicians within the integrated therapy team.
- Supervise Assistant Practitioners and act as a resource for colleagues.
- Deliver training and education sessions to care home staff to support high-quality care.
- Promote joint handovers within care homes to support proactive care and reduce avoidable hospital admissions.
- Strong Occupational Therapy skills and experience supporting people with dementia, ideally within community settings.
- Experience in contracture management.
- Effective caseload management experience.
CityCare values a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+, or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.
Senior Occupational Therapist ICHS in Nottingham employer: Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC
Nottingham CityCare Partnerships is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in delivering high-quality care. The role of Senior Occupational Therapist within the Dementia Outreach Team offers unique opportunities for growth, training, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents living with dementia in a community-focused environment.
Contact Details:
Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC Recruitment Team
