2x Occupational Therapist Complex OT Service
Salary: £28 - £33 / Hour
Job type: Permanent
Location: Wolverhampton
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We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join the Complex OT Service for Wolverhampton Council. This is a full-time contract role focused on managing complex casework within the community, supporting adults with long-term conditions, disabilities, and complex housing needs. The vacancy is initially for 3–6 months, with the potential for extension depending on service requirements.
Main Duties for the Occupational Therapist include:
1. Carrying out holistic assessments for adults with complex physical, functional, and environmental needs.
2. Recommending and facilitating the provision of specialist equipment and major adaptations to promote independence and reduce risk.
3. Working closely with housing officers, contractors, and equipment suppliers to implement necessary adaptations.
4. Attending joint visits with social workers, health professionals, and other relevant agencies to provide coordinated support.
5. Providing expert advice and clinical reasoning to ensure decisions are in line with legislation, best practice, and local policy.
6. Maintaining accurate and timely case records, reports, and documentation in line with council procedures.
To Be Successful:
7. Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in a complex or community setting.
8. In-depth understanding of moving and handling, specialist equipment, and major adaptations.
9. Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Care Act, Housing Grants, and Disabled Facilities Grant process.
10. HCPC Registration
11. Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain this for you)
12. Eligibility to work in the UK
13. Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
Benefits of Working with Wolverhampton:
This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a high-performing, multidisciplinary team tackling complex and impactful cases. You’ll benefit from supportive management, access to supervision, and opportunities to develop your clinical skills while improving service delivery and outcomes for clients. Competitive rates and flexible working options available.
Why Join Our Agency?
With over 10 years’ experience recruiting directly into social care, Ackerman Pierce prides itself on the unique services we deliver to our candidates. Each candidate is assigned their own personal consultant who will support them through every placement. We also offer a DBS and a quick and easy registration process not forgetting a guaranteed payment into your account every week.