Senior Occupational Therapist - neuro

Senior Occupational Therapist – neuro

Shire are currently recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist for a permanent position based in West Yorkshire. Our client is a leading provider of residential and community-based support for adults with acquired brain injuries, complex learning and physical disabilities. The successful Occupational Therapist will be expected to work within a residential setting which specifically focuses on the assessment and rehabilitation of adults with an acquired brain injury.

This is a part time position at 21 hours per week.

The role:

Managing and prioritising a complex caseload of service users presenting with physical needs, mental health and challenging behaviour
Providing specialist advice and information to the wider team and external agencies regarding complex discharge package of care
Assessing and monitoring the provision for equipment and minor adaptations
Supervising other members of the MDT, Occupational Therapy Assistants and Occupational Therapy students
Formulating a plan of action through complex risk assessments which relate to the service user, their contact and the environment
Working collaboratively with the service user, wider team and external agencies to establish agreed therapeutic goals for intervention

The candidate:

Completed a Degree in Occupational Therapy and is registered with the HCPC
Four years’ post-graduation experience
Two years’ experience of working with service users presenting with neurological conditions or acquired brain injury
Experience of working within a fast-paced, high pressure environment
Proven experience of providing supervision to students and junior staff
Experience of working with service users with challenging behaviour or within a secure setting are desirable

Apply today for more information or to speak to a specialist Consultant.

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Reference ID: 215

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,560.00 per year

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Occupational Therapy

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