Social Care Practitioner (Occupational Therapy)

Overview

Social Care Practitioner (Occupational Therapy) – Derbyshire County Council. Permanent 18.5-hour contract based in Clowne, covering the North of the County.Responsibilities

Deliver a proportionate, personalised, safe and sustainable response for local adults, their carers and families, using a strength-based approach.Work as part of a multi-disciplinary Adult Care Team, collaborating with Occupational Therapists, Team Coordinators, a dedicated OT service manager and senior practitioners.Contribute to inter-agency and multi-disciplinary approaches across the council and other statutory partners.Assess activities of daily living and adapt support to enable maximum independence.Manage and prioritise casework effectively.Travel for home visits as required.Demonstrate risk awareness and personal resilience within everyday practice.What you’ll bring

Knowledge and/or experience of working in a person-centred, holistic and strengths-based way.Knowledge and/or experience in assessing a person’s activities of daily living.Experience with physical, learning disabilities and/or mental health conditions and their impact on daily living.Knowledge of equipment and adaptation solutions.Ability to manage and prioritise casework.Good communication skills and the ability to form positive relationships with partners, professionals and agencies.Good IT skills, time management, and high motivation.Understanding of statutory legislation underpinning Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention in adult social care and health.Reflective practitioner with a commitment to supervision and professional development.Knowledge and/or experience of safeguarding principles and their everyday application.What we offer

A supportive and welcoming team committed to providing an excellent service.Flexible and hybrid working.Caseload management and regular supervision from experienced OT managers and senior practitioners.Regular peer support and communities of practice.Ongoing training and development.Developed positive working relationships with Health Services.Generous annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata).Excellent occupational pension scheme.Employee wellbeing strategy and benefits.Employee offers and discounts.Mileage allowance.Working pattern

Working days: Wednesday and other days to be agreed.Closing date

Closing date: 21 September ..... full job details .....