Occupational Therapist - Bexhill-on-Sea

Occupational Therapist - Bexhill-on-Sea Salary: £32.00ph Full-Time (37 hours) Job Purpose To implement the Department's policies in the provision of services to individuals or groups of people across all client groups by carrying out a professional assessment of their needs and then providing appropriate services within available resources. To advise on ways in which the environment can be made more accessible to people with a disability. * To undertake a professional assessment in a range of settings with individuals and to make recommendations about management of their disability and appropriate rehabilitation. * To advise, participate with and influence anyone involved in environment issues regarding points relating to disability and access. * To apply specialist knowledge and skills including advice, counselling, support, training in specific techniques, provision of equipment and adaptations and remedial treatment. * To advise individuals, families, carers and colleagues about the management of a condition causing disability. * To provide information and advice to individuals, families, carers and colleagues about alternative services and sources of help. * To collaborate with colleagues, other professionals and both statutory and voluntary agencies for the benefit of the individual client. * To advise and participate in the organisation of group work for the benefit of individuals, families and carersTo assist in the assessment of individuals seeking admission to residential, day or family based care. * To assist in the daily supervision and delegation of work to staff supporting the service provided by the Occupational Therapist. * To participate and assist in the training of staff and students both within and outside the Department. * To keep the designated Senior Occupational Therapist appraised of local matters relating to the development and running of Occupational Therapy services. * To undertake the administrative work necessary to maintain the service. * To maintain professional standards. Skills * Effective communication skills including report writing, liaising with members of the public, managers and other agencies. * A clear understanding of the assessment process - its principles and application. * Effective organisational skills. * Ability to converse at ease with customer and provide advice in accurate spoken English Qualification * Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy - degree or diploma. * State Registration Knowledge * Knowledge of key legislation informing provision of services to older people and adults with physical disabilities. * Can demonstrate knowledge of disability including its causes/effects. * Knowledge of key roles of an OT. Experience * Experience of operating within a team setting. * Experience of operating under pressure where demand is constant and priorities need to be set/reviewed. * Significant, demonstratble experience, including some environmental redesign, preferably within a physical disability setting. We offer: * 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area * 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme * Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer. To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Max Catherall 02085149176