Occupational Therapist; Housing

Mae’r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.

Salary:
Grade 11, £42,839 per annum

Hours:

37 hours

Location:

Sardis House, Pontypridd

An exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist is available within the Housing team to deliver comprehensive, person‑centred occupational therapy services to promote independence, wellbeing, and inclusion for applicants and their households seeking rehousing across Rhondda Cynon Taf.

• Work with the Homefinder service and Common Housing Register partners to assess adaptation needs of applicants seeking rehousing.
• Assess suitability of properties offered, determining if the property will meet the needs of the applicant and their household and making recommendations for minor adaptations if required.
• Make recommendations regarding suitability of new build properties at the planning/development stage of the build.
• Manage a defined caseload, working flexibly and collaboratively with individuals and partner agencies.
• Use specialist assessment, evidence‑based interventions, and robust risk management processes.

Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.

Adhering to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as required.

The Council values diversity in its workforce and is committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in recruitment and selection on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender (including those with non‑binary identities), religion or belief, or pregnancy and maternity. Staff networks include the Allies Network, Disability and Carers Network, and Perthyn LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than one made in English.

As part of the Council’s Welsh language strategy, a guaranteed interview scheme is provided for Welsh‑speakers of Level 3 and above that meet essential criteria.

Care experienced leavers will be guaranteed an interview if they meet the essential criteria.