Occupational Therapy Assistant - London, United Kingdom - justot
Description
JustOT are looking to recruit a band 4 Assistant Inpatient Occupational Therapist for a locum position with our client in London.
The pay for this position is £13- £15 per hour, and we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible for a 3 month duration.
Main Purpose of this Role:
Work in close partnership with children, young people and their families to undertake assessments in relation to their occupational therapy needs in the home setting.
The assessment will identify minor adaptions (eg ramps), equipment needs and housing safety needs.
The assessment will reflect the voice of the child and where appropriate that of the wider family and the recommendations and provision will maximise independence and safety for the child and the family.
To be a point of liaison when transferring cases to the qualified staff if an assessment for major adaptations is required.
- To write housing reports reflecting knowledge of Social Care Occupational Therapy needs for children
- To engage families and carers with the Social Care Occupational Therapy process to ensure the needs of the child or young person are understood across the home and school environments and that interventions are handed over to parents, carers and school support staff for the child to complete in the appropriate setting
- To provide training and support to parents and carers where necessary regarding the Social Care Occupational Therapy needs of children or young people in conjunction with qualified staff
- To work alongside the Children with Disabilities Team to provide holistic treatment packages
- To recommend, provide or advise on provision of basic equipment taking responsibility for demonstrating its usage and training clients, carers and teaching staff and to know limitations of own practice and when to escalate to qualified staff
- To be conversant with the relevant legislation and risk assessments pertaining to Social Care Occupational therapy
When you work with JustOT, you will have access to a range of benefits that will support you in your role.
The excellent rates of pay, and assistance with travel and accommodation are designed to make your transition as smooth as possible.
We also offer weekly pay that is always on time, and access to exclusive NHS and private sector jobs.There is no registration fee, and you will have access to free online training and nationwide occupational therapy job opportunities.
If you are not available for this position, we encourage you to refer a friend and take advantage of our £250 referral bonus.
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