Please note that this is a fixed term contract ending on 31.03.2028
We are seeking to recruit an Occupational Therapy Officer who will carry out assessments for people referred to Occupational Therapy within Adult Social Care.
The applicant must have knowledge of specialist equipment, adaptations, rehabilitation services and Occupational Therapy practice.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out assessments, completing referrals to other agencies and services and gathering further information for decision-making purposes and be a link person for the Occupational Therapy team.
Continuing professional development is actively encouraged and regular support and supervision will be provided by a Senior Occupational Therapist within the team.
Participation in service development and clinical governance is also expected, for which there is excellent support through the Integrated Occupational Therapy service to help you develop.
The role will be community based across Middlesbrough and the post will include carrying out assessments with people in their own homes, therefore having access to transport is essential.
If this is you, this may be the opportunity you are looking for!
If you would like to talk through this opportunity further, please contact Amanda Sparrow at [email protected] or call 01642 729189.
Please note Middlesbrough Council do not currently offer sponsorships.
We operate a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
If you are viewing this advert on the North East Jobs website, please go to Vacancies ¦ Middlesbrough Council to view the Job Description & Person Specification and apply for the role.
The above post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
For more information about working in Adult Social Care, click the link below:
Adult Social Care in Middlesbrough ¦ Middlesbrough Counci
Telephone: 01642 727088
Email: [email protected]
