JustOT are recruiting for an HCPC registered experienced Occupational Therapist to work with our well-respected client based in Somerset.

Location: Somerset
Rate: £39.98 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary
Essential Requirements : HCPC registered , 3 years Social Services Experience
Working Hours: Full Time, Hyrbid

Job Description:
To provide a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to users and carers and to undertake assessments through the O.T. process - assessment, planning, intervention and review, to meet the needs of the individual and promote independence in accordance with current relevant legislation in all activities of daily living. To enable them to identify their priorities and goals in order to make realistic plans for their future.

A Make ongoing assessments of allocated cases to reflect individual circumstances including assessment of risk, support and need to ensure that service users are protected from significant harm.

Responsible for a caseload of varying complexity, commensurate with ability and experience, receiving and responding to referrals from various sources.
Occupational therapy assessment to ensure appropriate protection to service users and carers, to identify the need for risk assessment as appropriate.
Statutory reviews and comply with appropriate legislation, policy and procedures.
Assess occupational therapy needs of individuals within their own homes and in activities of daily living, in consultation with other professionals.

Prepare and present reports as necessary to facilitate proper decisions being made in respect of service users.

Provide information, written assessments, reports and statements to support other service professionals, managers and agencies in making decisions related to care.
Maintain client records to a high standard in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.
Facilitate the provision of a needs-led service, working with providers within Social Services, Health Service, the independent and voluntary sectors in order to meet requirements.

Plan and agree service responses, resources needs and support, developing realistic care plans to meet identified individual needs /circumstances. Provide appropriate Aids to Daily Living and/or recommend grants and / or funding as appropriate and available.
Review needs in line with policy and procedures.
Develop, facilitate and maintain effective joint working relationships, with Health professionals, District Councils and Voluntary agencies.
Promote a positive profile of services through liaison with statutory and voluntary organisations relating to service provision and assist in the development of services to clients.

When you work with JustOT, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role. Our dedicated one-to-one service ensures that you have the support you need to thrive in your role. Our fast-track registration process allows you to start your new role as soon as possible. The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible. We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs. There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training and nationwide occupational therapy job opportunities.

If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus. T&C's apply.

If you're interested in working as a locum with JustOT, apply now!