Occupational Therapist

About Us

The Occupational Therapy and Sensory Impairment Specialist Assessment Team are based in Barry and carry out assessments in people’s homes across the Vale of Glamorgan. The team consists of Occupational Therapists, Social Care Officers and a Rehabilitation Officer for the Visually Impaired. The function of the team is to look at suitable equipment and adaptations to enable a person to remain living safely and independently in their home.

We work closely with other teams within Social Services to help with planning of people’s care when required.

Pay Details: Grade 8. SCP 26‑30 £ 37,280‑£ 40,777 Pro Rata £19.32 – £21.14 Per Hour

Hours of Work: 37

Working Pattern: Monday‑Friday

Main Place of Work: Canolfan Ty Jenner

The post holder will be responsible for a caseload of people who need assessment in their homes to maintain their safety and increase independence. This will be met through the provision of suitable equipment and adaptations and sourcing the appropriate funding for these.

You will need:

• Paid or voluntary work experience
• Successful fieldwork placement if being appointed to novice year post
• A proven ability to liaise with other agencies and disciplines
• An ability to recognise and accept professional boundaries and to seek guidance where necessary
• Knowledge of and commitment to the concept of the social model of disability
• A baseline understanding of the legislative framework which allows the social services department to provide services
• Knowledge and understanding of the effects of illness and disability
• An ability to work under pressure
• An ability to work independently and flexibly
• An ability to work as part of the team
• Good communication both written and oral
• Computer literacy or a willingness to develop the computer skills necessary to complete tasks required in the workplace
• A good general education
• Diploma or degree in occupational therapy
• Current registration with HCPC
• Willingness to accept supervision

Additional information

DBS Check

Required:

Enhanced

For Further Information, contact:
Andrew Cole

Please see attached job description / person specification for further information