Based in the OT Team of the newly formed Access and Assessment, the post holder will be required to carry out OT assessments particularly for moving and handling / major adaptations and complex medical conditions

The work will involve preparing specifications for major adaptations, completing housing needs reports and assessments for non standard specialist equipment

Candidate Profile

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Must be registered with Health Professions Council (HPC)

Minimum of 4-5 years experience of working with older people and people with physical disabilities

The ability to build strong working partnerships

Good interpersonal skills

Decision making and organisational skills

The ability to explain, and encourage and build confidence

The ability to create a rapport with a range of people, especially people with disabilities

Awareness of health & safety issues

Post graduate experience of working in Social services in UK is required plus skills and experience to undertake moving and handling assessments and to prepare performance specifications for major adaptations

John Rhian Specialist Recruitment is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy