Are you passionate about helping people regain independence and improve their quality of life? Join Wiltshire Councils Reablement Team and make a real difference in your community.
Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.
About the Role We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our short-term, therapist-led reablement service.
This role focuses on supporting individuals to achieve their goals, reduce the need for ongoing care, and live as independently as possible.
You will work closely with customers, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams to design creative support plans and deliver targeted interventions.
Key Responsibilities Undertake strengths-based occupational therapy assessments for customers with complex needs.
Design and implement innovative reablement plans to promote independence and reduce long-term care requirements.
Carry out complex moving and handling risk assessments and recommend adaptations.
Coordinate the customers reablement journey, liaising with families, health professionals, and support staff.
Provide professional supervision and support to colleagues within the team.
Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met in line with legislation and local policy.
About You Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience.
Strong knowledge of health, housing, and social care legislation.
Experience in reablement, moving and handling assessments, and delivering adaptations.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage a complex caseload and work flexibly, including occasional out-of-hours work.
Desirable: Experience in social care settings, safeguarding investigations, and supervising students or staff.
Additional Information Enhanced DBS check required.
Ability to travel daily for home visits.
Professional fees are the responsibility of the post holder.
Politically restricted post.
Why Join Us? Wiltshire Council is committed to supporting independence and improving lives.
Youll be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, professional development, and positive outcomes for customers. xjlbheb
Apply today and help us make Wiltshire a place where everyone can live life to the fullest.
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