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Occupational Therapist, Berkshire
Occupational Therapist required for a Berkshire based organisation. (ASAP Start Date)
JOB PURPOSE:
The Occupational Therapist works in a central team of occupational therapists, support workers, administration staff to provide specialist professional skills in the care of disabled people living in the community. The occupational therapist will take into consideration personal independence, aspects of employment, social activities and family relationships.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
* Work individually and in partnership with other professionals and agencies to undertake a holistic assessment of vulnerable people (adults and children) and their families and carers.
* Complete the holistic assessment and reviews within the legislative framework and using the eligibility criteria / guidelines for services within departmental targeted timescales.
* Assess the need for and make recommendations for the provision of designated major adaptations, for example door entry systems, complex steps/galvanised rails liaising with appropriate professionals and agencies.
* To be responsible for financial expenditure on own allocated work within OT Service/Departmental procedures.
The successful candidate will need to hold a current CRB (issued 2009) and hold a valid UK driving license. The post is looking to run for a minimum 3 months contract.
Please Contact NonStop Recruitment for more information 0207 940 2100 or email social@nonstop-social.com
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