Occupational Therapist (Adults)

Job Description

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

Job Purpose:

Promote independence and reduce risks for Adults with disabilities living in Doncaster. Work with the social model of disability and use evidence based practice to carry out person centre assessments to identify need and take appropriate action. Use person centred methods that respect individual values, cultures and diversity to identify needs and devise individual interventions to meet need. Where statutory provision is not appropriate offer information and advice around self-directed support.

There is a requirement to provide a high quality, evidence-based, Integrated Community Equipment and Adaptations Service to people in their own homes which will be achieved by carrying a complex caseload and using a robust performance management framework to ensure effective service delivery by all officers working in the service.

This service is target driven with a clear focus on activity and performance. The post holder is required to meet performance targets, actively participate in the data capture process and report to the Deputy Principal OT / Principal OT when targets are not met.

To provide expert clinical knowledge on manual handling issues and support other colleagues with the most complex manual handling cases.

Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

You must have:

Post qualified experience.

Enhanced DBS/Update service.

References required for the last 5 years of employment.

Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk :

Free on-going training opportunities upon registering as part of our commitment to you.

Competitive Rates of pay

In house payroll, providing weekly payments and support

Enhanced DBS completed.

Support and expert advice from an approachable, dedicated and friendly team

An assigned dedicated & experienced consultant

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