Sensory Services Officer - Qualified Rehab Visual Impairment HCC622093
Joining our dynamic Sensory Services team as a SensoryServices Officer and qualified Rehabilitation Officer of VisualImpairment (ROVI), youll be an integral part of our Reablement Servicethat includes Occupational Therapy, Sensory Services, and CQC RegisteredCommunity Response teams.
In this rewarding role, youll work with people who havesignificant sight and/or hearing loss to support them to live independently intheir own homes.
Main duties of the job
What you'll do:
* Carry out holistic assessments of reablement needs for individuals with sensory impairments.
* Plan and deliver tailored reablement interventions, including mobility and daily living skills training.
* Set SMART goals and support individuals in achieving them.
* Assess for and issue appropriate sensory equipment.
* Provide advice, signposting, and referrals to other services as needed.
* Work collaboratively with families, carers, and multi-disciplinary teams, to create tailored rehabilitation plans and deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
* Apply a strengths-based approach to empower individuals throughout their reablement journey.
What we're looking for:
* A qualified Rehabilitation Officer of Visual Impairment (ROVI) and registered with the Rehabilitation Workers Professional Network (RWPN).
* A genuine desire to improve the lives of those who need support to become as independent as possible.
* Experience working in the vision impairment field.
* Excellent communication skills and a self-motivated, enthusiastic approach.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced community setting.
* Strong assessment and treatment planning skills.
* Experience working with individuals with hearing loss is desirable but not essential.
About us
* Rewarding work: Make a real difference in the lives of Hampshire residents with significant sight and/or hearing loss and know that you can help improve their quality of life and make a lasting impact.
* Supportive environment: Work in an inclusive, friendly, and collaborative team that values your contribution and wellbeing, and feels proud of the work they do to support people in our community.
* Professional growth: We invest in your future. With continuous development opportunities and a comprehensive suite of management training, youll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your career in the care sector.
* Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
* Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
* Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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