Occupational Therapist

2 - 3 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose To provide specialist Occupational Therapy services to adults within the community, promoting independence, wellbeing and safe living through assessment, intervention and reablement-focused support. The postholder will undertake Occupational Therapy assessments, develop person-centred intervention plans and work collaboratively with individuals, carers and multi-disciplinary teams to reduce dependency on formal care services.

A key focus of the role will be supporting reablement outcomes and reducing moving and handling requirements through the promotion of single-handed care practices where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments within community settings. Support adults to maximise independence and remain safely within their own homes. Deliver reablement-focused interventions and support plans. Assess functional abilities and identify opportunities to reduce reliance on long-term care. Review existing care packages and identify opportunities for greater independence.

Promote and implement single-handed care practices where safe and appropriate. Reduce unnecessary moving and handling assistance through assessment, equipment provision and rehabilitation. Assess and recommend specialist equipment and adaptations. Undertake moving and handling assessments and provide guidance on safe practice.

Work collaboratively with carers, families, care providers and health professionals. Develop outcome-focused support plans based on individual needs and goals. Monitor, review and evaluate interventions and care arrangements. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case discussions. Maintain accurate records, assessments and reports.

Ensure all practice complies with professional standards, legislation and local policies. Support service users through change and promote strengths-based approaches.

Requirements

Essential Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy. HCPC Registration. Minimum 2 years post-qualified Occupational Therapy experience (PQE). Experience working within Adult Social Care or Community Occupational Therapy services. Experience delivering reablement interventions. Experience reviewing and reducing care packages.

Experience undertaking moving and handling assessments. Experience promoting and implementing single-handed care practices. Knowledge of: Care Act 2014 Moving and Handling Regulations Safeguarding Adults Strengths-Based Practice Reablement and Rehabilitation Approaches Strong assessment, problem-solving and report-writing skills.

Ability to work independently and manage a complex caseload. Excellent communication and partnership-working skills. Desirable Experience working within Local Authority Adult Social Care services. Experience prescribing specialist equipment and adaptations. Experience within hospital discharge or community rehabilitation services.

Knowledge of major adaptations and Disabled Facilities Grant processes. Additional Information Location: Solihull (Community-Based with Hybrid Home/Office Working) Hours Per Week: 37 Hours Payment Frequency: Bi-Weekly Payments