Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Complex Service Team
Job Title:Occupational Therapist
Specialism:Adult Social Care Complex Occupational Therapy Services
Job Location:Hammersmith and Fulham
Salary: £38 Hourly
Type: Locum, Full Time, Ongoing
Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Complex Occupational Therapy Services, Hammersmith and Fulham, London (UK), earning up to £38.00 per hour. This is an ongoing, full-time locum opportunity within a vibrant setting, allowing you to immerse yourself in an engaging and rewarding environment. You will work with a diverse team, handling complex cases and making a meaningful impact every day.
Perks and benefits:
- – Full-time: Enjoy the stability and continuity of a full-time position while gaining diverse experience in complex cases.
- – Flexible working: Manage your work-life balance with flexitime, giving you the freedom to work in a way that suits your lifestyle.
- – Professional development: Take advantage of opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge, ensuring you stay at the forefront of occupational therapy practice.
- – Networking opportunities: Collaborate with a range of professionals and agencies, enhancing both your personal and professional connections.
What you will do:
- – Undertake complex Occupational Therapy assessments within the community.
- – Assess and recommend specialist equipment, major adaptations, and specialist seating solutions.
- – Complete moving and handling assessments and prescribe complex equipment.
- – Carry out carers assessments, capacity assessments, and safeguarding-related work where appropriate.
- – Review care packages and promote independence using strengths-based approaches.
- – Monitor and allocate incoming referrals.
- – Maintain accurate case records and statistics.
- – Work in partnership with health, housing, voluntary, and statutory agencies.
Requirements:
- – BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy or Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- – HCPC Registration.
- – Minimum 3 years’ Adult Social Care experience or 3 years’ Occupational Therapy experience in another setting.
- – Experience working with complex adult cases.
- – Experience prescribing complex moving and handling equipment.
- – Knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and related legislation.
- – Experience with major adaptations and specialist equipment.
- – Strong report writing, assessment, and case management skills.
- – Specialist seating experience.
- – Experience designing complex home adaptations.
- – Experience supervising Occupational Therapy staff.
- – Continuing Healthcare (CHC) knowledge.
Additional Information:
- – Work within Adult Social Care Complex Occupational Therapy Services.
- – Manage a caseload of adults with complex needs, multiple pathologies, and age-related conditions.
- – Provide supervision and support to Occupational Therapy Assistants, Independent Living Assessors, and Sensory Officers.
- – NRS authoriser responsibilities for equipment orders.
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Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care Complex Service Team employer: Sanctuary Personnel Ltd
Sanctuary Personnel Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With flexible hybrid working arrangements in vibrant Haringey, employees benefit from a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for growth within the social care sector, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young adults.
