occupational therapist Bristol, England
Job description
Job Scope:
We are looking to recruit an Occupational Therapist to be part of Catalyst Care Group’s growing MDT team. The Occupational Therapist will have lead responsibility for the provision and promotion of independent living.
The role of the Occupational Therapist is hybrid and primarily involves providing direct clinical care which will encompass OT assessments, treatment and management of individuals / interventions and support for individuals within the community. In this role you will assess, implement, and develop an OT treatment programme according to individual's diagnosis and identified needs, as well as working collaboratively as part of an MDT to implement treatment plans, monitor and report outcomes to key stakeholders.
The Occupational Therapist will liaise with other services, agencies, persons Catalyst Care Group supports and clinicians to contribute to the identification of needs. You will also undertake assessment and planning with people affected by/living with ill health, disability, long term conditions and general aging to provide profession specific information, advice, and interventions.
The Occupational Therapist is required to be responsible for managing a caseload of individuals with varying mental health and social care needs within the community, as well as to be involved in researching and developing policies and procedures relevant to the role.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will be required to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress while providing clinical and managerial supervision on a 4-week basis. Additionally, you will be traveling to different locations to conduct assessments. Your commitment to continuous personal and professional development is crucial to providing high-quality care and service in this role.
The responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist also include active participation in internal and external multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, where you will collaborate with colleagues to ensure the best interests of the persons you support are met.
Furthermore, you will be representing both the individuals and the company in external meetings, as well as supporting individuals transitioning from secure settings back into the community. You will be tasked with delivering training to clinicians and the MDT as needed, aligning with report recommendations and upskilling clinicians.
Do you have?
- A degree (or equivalent) e.g., BSc, MSc, or Diploma entry level qualification in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- OT experience mental health
- At least two years of post-qualifying experience working as an Occupational Therapist
- Experience at band 6/7 level
- Understanding of positive behaviour support (PBS) and how the role contributes to this approach
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience of care planning for individuals and managing a case load in a range of settings working with people with disabilities and experience of multi-disciplinary/multi agency working
- Knowledge of medical conditions, an understanding of the social model of disability, the ability to always maintain a professional manner and demonstrate anti discriminatory practice
Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retail Discount Scheme
- Workplace pension scheme
- My Gym Discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- An additional four wellness days, which will be included in your holiday entitlement
- An extra day holiday to be taken for birthdays
- Group Life Insurance
- Group Critical Illness cover
- Income Protection cover
About the company
We, at Catalyst Care Groupprovide high-quality comprehensive care services through trusted experts, and cost-effective training for health and social care professionals and organisations.
Our Vision: To humanise health and social care providers and be the most clinician-centric organisation, and a great place to work for all. This means that we are people-led and that we put our team, our clinicians, our clients, and the people that need our support at the heart of the decisions we make, and the actions we take. We exist to impact people’s lives for the better.
Join our family and our Great Place to Work!
We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work organization and to be recognized for our people-first culture which is inclusive and supportive and enables our people to learn, grow and contribute their best, and to live their purpose and thrive.
For us, a ‘cultural fit’ is equally as important as skills, experience and competence, and people are hired, measured, and rewarded on this basis.
No matter the role, at Catalyst Care Group, everyone plays a crucial part in us driving towards our vision, and this is why we intentionally attract A-Players. An A-Player is an Accountability player, which means that they are passionate and energetic, they are ambitious and take ownership, and they have the ability to follow through. A-Players exceed expectations consistently.
Is this you? Please apply to join us.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Financial planning services
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bristol, BS32 4AQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
