Occupational Therapist - Community Adaptations Team in Waltham Forest, Hertfordshire

Job Title:
Occupational Therapist – Community Adaptations Team

Specialism:
Community Adaptations / Social Services Occupational Therapy

Location:
Waltham Forest, UK

Salary:
£32.00 per hour

Type:
Ongoing, Full-time (Locum)

Exciting Opportunity: Locum Occupational Therapist – Community Adaptations Team, Community Adaptations, Waltham Forest, UK. Earn £32.00 per hour in this rewarding and ongoing full-time position. The role offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic environment where you can truly make a difference in people’s lives and hone your skills within social services.

Perks and benefits:

• Full-time schedule: Jump on board with the full-time schedule, maximising your earnings while gaining extensive hands-on experience and the opportunity to form lasting relationships with the community.
• Locum flexibility: As a locum, you'll enjoy the flexibility to balance work and personal life, along with the valuable chance to explore various work settings and cultures.
• Location lifestyle: Working in Waltham Forest gives you access to a vibrant area full of hidden gems and cultural diversity.
• Professional networking: Locum work often provides a chance to increase your network in the healthcare field, opening doors to future opportunities.

What you will do:

• Assess new referrals to the service, identifying needs relating to access, safety, and independence in the home environment.
• Recommend and coordinate necessary adaptations and equipment based on your assessments.
• Support junior staff members within the SSOT section of the team to enhance team performance.
• Complete onward referrals as required to ensure service users receive the required support.
• Produce comprehensive reports and attend the Major Adaptations Panel as needed to discuss cases and progress.

To thrive in this role, you will need to be a highly experienced social services occupational therapist as this is a distinct role separate from health OT. You must be knowledgeable about assessing home environments and recommending appropriate adaptations and equipment. Familiarity with the Care Act and the Disabled Facilities Grants process is essential.

A valid HCPC registration and a full driver's licence are required for this role as it necessitates travel to various locations in Waltham Forest.

Working and living in Waltham Forest offers an enriching lifestyle, filled with numerous parks and thriving creative hubs. Whether you enjoy the natural beauty of Epping Forest or the lively cultural scenes in local galleries and theatres, this area has something for everyone. Perfect for professionals seeking both a fulfilling career and a vibrant place to live, Waltham Forest is an ideal choice.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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Apply now to join the Community Adaptations Team in Waltham Forest, UK and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.