Occupational Therapists

Occupational Therapists Harrow, England

Harrow Council
Full Time Harrow, England 32176 - 40000 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Overview:

Harrow Council is looking for three Occupational Therapists each to be the allocated Occupational Therapist for adults and children with physical disabilities.


The role includes providing preventative support to promote independence and responsibility for assessing, developing, reviewing and monitoring individual care plans in relation to adaptations, equipment, and moving and handling for independent living.


The post holder(s) will work within a strength-based model, focusing on prevention and promoting independence, and identifying solutions to support the citizen to remain in their own home.


You will also be responsible for commissioning services for the provision of adaptations and equipment in order to enable citizens and their carers to develop the full potential for independent living.

About you:
The successful candidate will have:
  • Working knowledge of all statutory duties and responsibilities relating to children and families, including:
    • Legislation (e.g. Children Act 1989, Care Act 2014 Mental Capacity Act 2005Disability Discrimination Act, Manual Handling Regulations, Housing Regeneration Act, etc)
    • Regulations and Standards
    • Government Objectives and Initiatives
    • National and Common Assessment Framework
  • A recognised, professional Occupational Therapy qualification.
  • Good understanding of the Children Act 1989, the Care Act 2014 and subsequent relevant legislation, regulations and guidance relating to disabled children and adults.
  • Good understanding of Manual Handling Regulations.
  • The ability to work within an interdisciplinary group and liaise with other agencies.
  • Experience of assessment planning and delivering packages of care.
  • Knowledge of the physical, social and emotional aspects of disability.
Please Note: This post is exempt from Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as the duties allow the postholder access to children and young people under 18 years of age.
Related Documents:
For more information, please refer to the Role Profile/Selection Criteria

Occupational Therapists
Harrow Council

www.harrow.gov.uk
Harrow, United Kingdom
Michael Lockwood
$100 to $500 million (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Government
Municipal Agencies
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