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Are you an Occupational Therapist Assistant looking to work for a company that supports, values and&nbsp;recognises&nbsp;your dedication to&nbsp;delivering&nbsp;great healthcare? If so, this might be for you.
Join&nbsp;Three Valleys as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and change the lives of Men and Women aged 18 years and over Rehabilitation and Neuropsychiatric service.
Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, you will&nbsp;support the service in&nbsp;delivering structured activities and assisting in the planning for&nbsp;individual and group therapeutic interventions. You will build one-to-one rapports with service users to encourage&nbsp;participation in activities and empower recovery.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will contribute to the assessment, monitoring, evaluation, and modification of structured activities in order to measure progression and ensure effectiveness.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will be supported regionally and will have access to a variety of training and online courses to support your career development and growth.
As an Occupational Therapist Assistant you will be:
To assist Occupational Therapists, Nurses and other MDT staff in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual care plans.
Support service users to achieve their goals and access appropriate services.
To maintain adequate records, entering details in the service user healthcare records.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
GCSE/O-Levels (A-C) or a relevant NVQ2.
Experience in a similar environment &amp; Mental Health
Verbal and written communication skills
Where you will be working:
Location: Three Valleys Hospital , 2 Burley Ct, Steeton, Keighley BD20 6TU
At Three Valleys Hospital we provide a safe and supportive environment for up to 43 adults of all genders with complex mental health issues. This includes Enhanced Care, Community Housing, across three houses for people with ongoing needs, risks, and complexities unable to be supported in care settings and not requiring a hospital admission. Three Valleys has a separate nine bed neuropsychiatric service which supports up to nine men who are living with a neuroprogressive disorder and behaviours that challenge.
What you will get:
Annual salary of £23,692.50
The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off!
Subsidised meals
Free parking
Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.
Pension contribution to secure your future.
Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
Enhanced Maternity Package&nbsp;so you can truly enjoy this special time.
There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more.
About your next employer:
You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Occupational Therapist – Single Handed Care DIVISION: Adult Social Care RESPONSIBLE TO: Operational Manager Therapies &amp; Assistive Technology PURPOSE OF POST:
The Adult Social Care Division exists to promote the independence, inclusion and well-being of all adults with social care needs. It aims to do this by enabling people to: • Have control over their lives.
• Live safe, healthy and fulfilled lives.
• Have an active role in a stronger and prosperous community.
• Access the support they need in order to be as independent as they choose. You will be expected to: 1) receive and co-ordinate referrals, undertake the resulting assessments which will predominantly focus on equipment/adaptations and may also include carers assessments; 2) coach and mentor Social Care Assessors and Rehabilitation Officers who are undertaking assessments, support planning and review tasks; 3) influence the direction of future services by promoting independence, enablement and rehabilitative models. You will be expected to be able to cover for your line manager on occasion and to also cover for OT’s from other teams if required to do so. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
Complete professional strength based and holistic assessments of need and risk for service users and carers with highly complex needs using Luton Borough Council eligibility criteria. This involves:
Undertaking statutory duties under the Care Act 2014 Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act other legislation and guidance relating to service users and carers.
Overseeing a duty role as necessary and prioritising level of intervention (including allocating initial assessments to be undertaken by social care staff) as appropriate
Undertaking moving and handling handling risk assessments. Advising on and providing equipment and techniques to reduce risks and promote customer autonomy and dignity, whilst ensuring a cost-effective service by implementing single-handed care where safe and appropriate.
Working with other professionals and partners to achieve effective joint working through initiatives that require a multi-agency approach, including those involving member interests, Environmental Health or Housing (including producing information and data for reports and statistics), participating in and organising and chairing multi agency meetings
Keeping up to date to with legislative changes and best practice in occupational therapy and providing advice to colleagues
Keeping appropriate case records, statistics and information utilising Council computer case recording systems, and other IT systems where required
To provide professional advice, support and education to staff across health and social care, and key stakeholders in the principles of single-handed care Safeguarding Statement – all staff are expected to: To work in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act and its principles; To ensure that any suspected abuse of an adult at risk is reported in accordance with the Adult Safeguarding Policy and Procedure; To promote awareness of the Adult Safeguarding Policy and the Mental Capacity Act; To Safeguard adults at risk by promoting their health and wellbeing, dignity and respect; To promote the prevention of abuse of service users and carers; To ensure any provider service concerns are reported to the Purchasing and Quality Team. DBS Because of the nature of this job, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. Therefore, it is essential in making your application you disclose whether you have any pending charges, convictions, bind-overs or cautions and, if so, for which offences. This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exemptions) (Amendments) Order 1986. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are ‘spent’ under the provision of the Act, and, in the event of the employment being taken up, any failure to disclose such convictions will result in dismissal or disciplinary action by the Authority. The fact that a bind-over or caution has been recorded against you will not necessarily debar you from consideration for this appointment. Skills/Abilities Self-motivating and managing, high achiever, dynamic and innovative, able to work as part of a team and meet strict deadlines and targets. Able to promote the benefits of working together as one multi-disciplinary team and one department to minimise duplication and make best use of scarce resources. Able to work with complex and challenging cases where there may be issues of vulnerability and risk and where crisis intervention may be required in compliance with health and safety policies and in such situations be able to deal politely and tactfully with customers give advice within specific guidelines and persuade and gain commitment from a wide range of people Able to advise, guide, assist, coach, supervise to direct work, develop and mentor the professional case work practice of Social Care Assessors. Including evidence of ability to evaluate alternative lines of action, identify degrees of priority and urgency and make creative and sound judgments in providing solutions on case work issues. Able to make professional judgements, accept the consequences of own actions and negotiate resources in a multi-disciplinary setting. Able to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and work with service users, carers and with a wide range of other professionals collaboratively. Able to maintain high quality records, write clear, concise reports and correspondence dealing with complex issues. This will involve using Council computer database and case recording systems
Value for money minded with evidence of ability to creatively design cost effective care packages, being clear about the impact of decisions on costs, implement lean processes and maintain effective administrative and organisational procedures Able to set and maintain the highest standards of personal, professional and ethical behaviour and gain the trust and respect of others. Demonstrable organisational skills - able to manage periods of competing pressures, conflicting demands and priorities and plan workload in order to meet strict deadlines and targets whilst maintaining excellent standards Able to undertake the role of practice teacher for students on qualifying courses Ability to lead and chair multi-disciplinary meetings. Other Requirements Able to visit customers and families in their own homes (regularly)
Able to work across a 7 day week on occasion
Able to work across the different pathways Willingness to do Practice Educator Training Able to work outside normal office hours (occasionally)

Adults Occupational Therapist- Single Handed Care

Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job title: Occupational Therapist Location: Wessex Lodge School and associated homes, South West Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 8.30am – 4.30pm Contract: Permanent Salary: Up to £53,200 per annum, dependent on experience plus £2000 Training and Development allowance Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist with demonstrable clinical and leadership skills to join our Wessex Lodge school (and associated children’s homes) clinical service. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the developing clinical service at the school and to work closely with the Clinical Locality Lead to develop the clinical provision in line with neurodiversity and intersectionality affirming therapeutic support. This is a varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping a service and driving transformational change. About the role We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals, and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements. We are excited to be expanding our clinical service during a time of growth for the service. We currently have an opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our Clinical Wellbeing team. The post holder will work collaboratively to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as they expand their clinical provision, making a real difference and implementing a holistic, therapeutic approach. You will be responsible for holding an Occupational Therapy caseload alongside other OT’s at&nbsp;Wessex Lodge School (and associated children’s homes) based in the South West. With the full support of our well-established and knowledgeable Clinical Team, you will also contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. Both a challenging and rewarding role, this position would suit a resilient and enthusiastic individual, with a therapeutic approach and the ability to make decisions, as well as manage their own workload. Our well-established Clinical Team support a nurturing environment where our pupils can flourish, always putting them at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and our pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them wherever possible. When it comes to looking after our pupils, we strive for excellence, which is why we are the leading service provider in the UK.&nbsp;With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world. Location:&nbsp;Wessex Lodge School and associated children’s homes, South West About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland&nbsp;and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and&nbsp;Options Autism. Essential Criteria: Occupational Therapy degree. Sensory Integration trained to minimum Practitioner level (PGCert) or willingness to complete this training. Registered with HCPC and RCOT. Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in SEN education, or with a similar caseload, as an Occupational Therapist. Experience of managing a complex caseload. Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities. Full valid UK driving licence, access to a car and ability to drive extended distances across the Locality, when required, e.g., to attend meetings. Ability to work independently as agreed under supervision. Experience of multi-professional work teams or services within designated specialty. For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact (url removed) What’s in it for you? You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that’s really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. This role will be key to the development of the service, working closely with the Clinical Locality Lead and Head of Clinical Operations (South). This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people we support and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&amp;C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the people in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS. Job ID: (phone number removed) #1

Occupational Therapist

Quick facts
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: In person, London Local Authority
Contract Duration: 3 months minimum, potential to increase
Salary: £22.82 per hour Job Description Our local authority client is looking for savvy Occupational Therapists. Your role 1. To provide an initial assessment of service users with complex care and therapy needs across the teams within the Access and Independence Service: First Response, Re-ablement and the Assessment Service.
2. Support service users to set client centred goals to promote independence and wellbeing in the home environment. Facilitate service user choice and empowerment through promoting independence, the timely provision of information, advice and support using evidence-based interventions to ensure service users maintain independence for as long as possible.
3. Assessment and provision of equipment to improve independence with activities of daily living and to reduce risk of injury. This includes manual handling assessments to reduce risk of injury to service users and carers and, where feasible, reduce packages of care for single handed care.
4. To independently manage a caseload, utilising effective prioritisation, delegation and time management skills to enable effective throughput of service users.
5. To identify service users appropriate for Continuing Health Care to manage complex health needs
6. To identify Safeguarding concerns, complete thorough risk assessment and refer where appropriate to services to manage risk of harm to service users. This includes situations where people may be neglected or abused in accordance with the Inter-Agency Policy and Procedures for Safeguarding Adults
7. To assess capacity and ability to make informed decisions relating to assessment process as per Care and Mental Capacity Act.
8. To ensure cost effective service provision and make recommendations for specialist equipment and adaptations in accordance with eligibility criteria and departmental guidelines.
9. To complete carers assessments to support informal carers in their role and manage risk of carer breakdown
10. To keep accurate and up to date case records and written reports using council’s IT systems and in line with statutory and local protocols. Ensure the highest level of data quality for all information recorded, ensuring that the information is consistently timely, accurate and complete to ensure the service meets the Professions and statutory recording requirements, including case recording on Mosaic.
11. To ensure confidentiality on all matters relating to service users and information obtained during employment, and not to release such information to anyone else other than those acting in an authorised official capacity in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott Guidance.
12. To develop and maintain effective working relationships across services within Adult Social Care, as well as other specialist agencies including Acute Hospital NHS trusts, Mental Health service, D/Ns, GPs, voluntary organisations and independent care service providers.
13. To promote the service to other organisations and appropriate personnel and provide guidance and information concerning Occupational Therapy service provision to other agencies, e.g. Housing Associations, Carer Agencies.
14. To provide regular supervision and participate in the professional development of OT Assistants and other junior members of the team. This includes assisting in the training of Occupational Therapy student and in staff induction programs.
15. To recommend changes in the Occupational Therapy role and service where appropriate. To act as a skills resource for other professionals across Adult social care and partner services when required About you You will need to have 5 years' referencing. If you don't have this to hand, we can do this for you but it takes 1-2 weeks to complete. WEEKLY PAY!! Please only apply if you're experienced and able to see the placement through.

Salary: £35,000-39,000 (UK-Wide) £42,000-44,000 (London-Rising)
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
Office, Homeworking and Hybrid options
Are you an Occupational Therapist (OT) who is looking for a better work-life balance? We offer true flexible working - allowing you to choose your workdays Monday-Sunday and hours between 8am-8pm. This role is a fantastic opportunity to hone your ass...

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