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

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  Location: Vale of Glamorgan
• Rate: £35.88 per hour
  
• Contract Type: Temporary
  
• Essential Requirements : HCPC registered , 3 years Social Services Experience
  
• Working Hours: To be agreed

Job Description:

• Work includes assessing for aids to independence, works of adaptation (major and minor), manual handling assessments and evaluating the effectiveness/ impact of all aforementioned.
• Promoting independence to avoid the need for citizens to depend on care.
• Helping the Council keep people at home for as long as possible and keeping costs of care packages down.
• To carry out occupational therapy assessments, intervention and evaluation of service provision for adults. (primarily those with complex needs.)
• To work in the context of an interdisciplinary setting and to liaise with and provide advice to team members and social work colleagues as required
• To liaise with and work in conjunction with other agencies as required
• To effectively monitor the progress of recommendations for works of adaptation and equipment. This includes review of provisions as required.
• To support and supervise the work of junior staff students and Occupational Therapy Assistants as delegated by the Team Manager so as to ensure consistent standards of good practice and activity within the team.
• To complete administrative tasks relevant to the caseload, in particular ensuring that the computer-based data system is properly populated to evidence activity, assessments and services. Case notes will be contemporaneous with activity
• To contribute towards the development of services to adults in the Vale of Glamorgan Council catchment area.
• To prepare for and attend supervision with the team manager or authorised designate.
• To attend team meetings and to lead and contribute to this as applicable
• Ensure compliance with the Council’s Financial Regulations, Standing Orders, Policies and Procedures
• To implement the principles of the Council’s Equal Opportunity Policy whilst carrying out the above duties
• To adhere to Health and Safety legislation / relevant Council policies and procedures and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be adversely affected by your acts / omissions.
• To implement the principles of the Council's Environment Policy while carrying out the above duties.
• Such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade and in accordance with the general character of the job as may reasonably be required by the Chief Officer from time to time.

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.

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