Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Community Adults Team
Specialism: Occupational Therapy
Location: Crewe, Cheshire
Salary: Up to £35.00 per hour
Type: Full-time, ongoing
This is a full-time position with the contract duration being ongoing, providing a wonderful opportunity for an experienced occupational therapist to truly make a difference in the community by working with adults who have illnesses and physical disabilities. This community-based role will require you to perform home visits and focus on providing essential equipment, adaptations, and facilitating smooth hospital discharges.
Perks and benefits- Flexible working: As a locum, you get the flexibility to balance your professional and personal life while exploring diverse work settings.
- Choice and freedom: Enjoy the freedom to choose your work hours and locations, which helps in maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
- Competitive rates: Earn competitive hourly rates, giving you financial comfort and real revenue for your skills.
- Learning opportunities: Dive into an array of learning experiences with varied cases and scenarios that enrich your professional journey.
- Supportive team: Have the chance to work with a passionate team dedicated to changing lives.
- Assess the needs of adults with illness or disabilities within the community.
- Determine the nature and extent of required specialist equipment and adaptations.
- Provide informed advice and guidance to service users.
- Complete thorough assessments to ensure smooth and effective hospital discharge.
- Arrange necessary equipment to support safe discharge to home environments.
- Liaise with architects regarding adaptation plans.
- Collaborate effectively with housing, NHS, and voluntary organisations.
- Check completed adaptations meet assessed needs.
- Refer service users to rehabilitation services when necessary.
- Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Prior experience working in physical disability Occupational Therapy.
- HCPC registration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure.
- Commitment to personal development.
- Car driver with a willingness to travel.
- Experience with Social Services and knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) processes.
- Familiarity with relevant legislation and partner agencies.
- Systematic approach to work.
- Effective team working skills.
- Flexible with work demands.
Crewe, Cheshire is not only a great place to contribute professionally but also holds a charm for living. Enjoy a vibrant community with a rich history, excellent transport links to major cities, and plenty of recreational activities. It's a place where work-life balance can genuinely be achieved. Come join us and make a significant impact in the lives of many while working in a supportive and rewarding environment.
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