Occupational Therapist Reablement
Occupational Therapist Reablement
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23-08-2025
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Job Description
1-2 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Occupational Therapist to join the Reablement Team on a full-time basis.
This role involves working collaboratively with individuals to promote independence and improve quality of life through short-term strengths-based interventions.
The post holder will manage a varied caseload including complex and challenging cases within a supportive multidisciplinary environment delivering high-quality assessments reablement plans and advice in line with statutory responsibilities and national legislation.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
Undertake complex occupational therapy assessments to develop and deliver personalised reablement plans
Coordinate reablement support for customers with complex needs ensuring goals are reviewed and interventions adapted accordingly
Conduct moving and handling risk assessments and demonstrate safe techniques to clients and carers
Assess for and recommend both minor and major home adaptations including through the Disabled Facilities Grant process
Provide professional supervision to junior occupational therapists and customer coordinators
Support carers in their caring role and assess their needs in line with Care Act eligibility
Maintain high-quality records and contribute to reports including for court/tribunal settings
Promote the use of universal services and community-based resources
Engage in professional development supervision and performance reviews
Participate in safeguarding adults procedures and investigations as required
Skills/Experience:
Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in adult services
Significant knowledge of relevant legislation (Care Act Housing legislation etc.)
Experience in delivering occupational therapy in reablement or community-based settings
Strong skills in moving & handling assessments and safe risk-taking
Ability to manage a complex caseload and reprioritise according to service needs
Excellent communication interpersonal and report writing skills
Experience in supervising other professionals or students
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Fully fluent in spoken and written English
Confident in using IT systems and Microsoft applications
Experience in intermediate care or safeguarding roles
Experience supervising staff formally or offering training
Familiarity with Disabled Facilities Grant processes
Knowledge of the local voluntary and community sector
Additional Information:
The closing date: 31/08/2025 @23:45.
HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a recognised degree or diploma.
Enhanced DBS check required.
Must hold a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.
Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in adult services Significant knowledge of relevant legislation (Care Act, Housing legislation, etc.) Experience in delivering occupational therapy in reablement or community-based settings Strong skills in moving & handling assessments and safe risk-taking Ability to manage a complex caseload and reprioritise according to service needs Excellent communication, interpersonal and report writing skills Experience in supervising other professionals or students Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders Fully fluent in spoken and written English Confident in using IT systems and Microsoft applications Experience in intermediate care or safeguarding roles Experience supervising staff formally or offering training Familiarity with Disabled Facilities Grant processes Knowledge of the local voluntary and community sector
Education
HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with a recognised degree or diploma. Enhanced DBS check required. Must hold a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business use.
Employment Type
Full Time
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