Overview
We are looking for an experienced, person-centred Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care Reablement Team in Westmorland and Furness. This is a rewarding role which is central to our Promoting Independence Well-being Programme, which focuses on early intervention and recovery - helping people stay in control of their lives and reduce the need for long term care. You will support people to remain independent in their own homes or return home safely after a hospital stay. You'll help individuals regain confidence and live the life they want to, doing the everyday things that matter to them.
Responsibilities
* Visiting people in their own homes to assess their needs
* Completing Care Act and functional assessments
* Creating support plans that promote safety, independence and well-being.
* Recommending equipment or adaptations to reduce risk and support mobility
* Working closely with social workers, reablement workers, health professionals and families.
* Supporting people with a wide range of physical, cognitive, mental health and social needs.
Qualifications
* Qualified Occupational Therapist (HCPC Registered)
* Experience of working with adult social care, reablement, community or hospital discharge settings
* Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to focus on person-centred, strength-based practice
* Willingness to travel across the Westmorland and Furness area
Opportunities
* Opportunities to build your experience in areas such as minor adaptations, DFGs and moving and handling
* Regular supervision and peer support
* Career progression through our Occupational Therapy career development framework
Benefits
Local Government pension, generous annual leave and flexible working. Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
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