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Adult Occupational Therapist – Cheshire (Local Authority)\n\nService Care Solutions are currently recruiting for an Adult Occupational Therapist on behalf of a Cheshire-based Local Authority.\n\nLocation: Cheshire\nContract: Temporary\nHours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00\nRate: £35 per hour Umbrella / £27 per hour PAYE\n\nJob Purpose To assess the needs of individuals within the community who are ill or have a disability and, through the provision of specialist equipment, adaptations, and appropriate advice, support them to become more independent and remain in their own homes.
Job Responsibility
Assess the needs of ill and disabled service users for equipment and adaptations, considering diagnosis and prognosis
Provide appropriate information, advice, and guidance to service users and carers
Complete assessments for individuals returning from hospital or nursing homes and arrange equipment to support discharge
Source funding from agencies such as charities, the NHS, and Social Services where required
Liaise with architects and service users to review and approve adaptation plans
Work collaboratively with Housing, NHS, and voluntary organisations to ensure effective communication and outcomes
Negotiate suitable adaptation solutions in line with service user needs and budget constraints
Ensure completed adaptations meet assessed needs and arrange additional equipment where appropriate
Assess for equipment provision to reduce the impact of disability
Keep up to date with developments in Occupational Therapy equipment and arrange supplier visits where necessary
Maintain knowledge of moving and handling techniques and support the training of care staff
Identify rehabilitation needs and refer to appropriate services
Maintain Continuing Professional Development and professional registration standards
Requirements
Qualified Occupational Therapist
HCPC registered
Experience within adult social care or community settings
Strong assessment and communication skills
What we offer
£200 referral bonus for successful candidate recommendations