DBS0015 Occupational Therapist
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
29/01/2023
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 12/02/2023 23:59
Salary:
£34,723 - £38,296 pa
Job Category:
Social Care - Adult Service
Employment Location:
Any location within North Tyneside
Further Information
The successful applicant must have a solution focused approach to problem solving and be committed to working alongside the manager to develop a highly effective and efficient service to meet the needs of both internal and external partners. This is an exciting opportunity for the successful post holders to join the service at the beginning of a period of change and service development.
You will work as part of a team to provide telephone triage, advice, information, assessments and rehabilitation, assistive technology solutions and rapid response to ensure that care planning and service reviews of customers their cares and equipment is of the highest standard whilst employing “Ways to Wellbeing Approach” to assessment. This be undertaken whilst adhering to regulatory standards relevant legislation, agreed eligibility criteria as well as managing and identifying risk, and adhering to Council policies and procedures.
You will be expected to work with colleagues across Housing, Social Care, Health, and Children’s Services. You must have a “can do” approach to managing challenges within the service or within assessment outcomes. You must ensure that both individual and team targets achieved. You must also have experience of successfully co-ordinating services for people with complex needs whilst working in partnership with both internal and external partners or agencies.
The Community Occupational Therapy Service is committed to supporting customers of our service, their families and cares with appropriate assessments and interventions whilst giving a tailored a response to support people to live independently, well and safeguarded.
Successful applicants will receive a planned induction, regular supervision and a variety of opportunities for continued professional development. They will also have access to an excellent range of in house and bespoke training in addition to joint training with health colleagues to help develop their career as an Occupational Therapist.
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What’s it like to work for us?
We know how you work is important. Our strengths-based approach helps people to transform their lives. Known as ‘Ways to Wellbeing’, we focus on getting to know the individual and what matters most to them: building the life they want, close to the people they care about.
We will provide you with an environment where your work can thrive. Through regular, supportive supervision, unrivalled team spirit, and manageable workloads, you’ll be supported to build excellent working relationships with the people you support.
We believe in developing our Occupational therapy team, so you can both achieve your ambitions and make a real difference to the lives of residents in North Tyneside.
Why work for us?
We’re proud to have a high number of staff who choose North Tyneside as their career for life. Here is what some of our brilliant colleagues have to say about working here:
“My colleagues have been fantastic, there are plenty of opportunities: you won’t regret working here.” Rosie, Occupational Therapist
You’ll be joining North Tyneside Council as it delivers on bold ambitions for the next four years. Our borough is a place where our children and young people receive outstanding education and families flourish; great care is offered to those who need it; where deprivation is tackled, and inequalities are reduced.
With nationally recognised services, ambitious plans for the future and a thriving service for children and adults, there’s no better time to join North Tyneside Council.
What else do I need to know?
Within North Tyneside, safeguarding is everybody’s business. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults is extremely important to us and we expect our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In this role you will be required to familiarise yourself with all relevant policies, procedures, and guidance in relation to safeguarding children and safe practice with vulnerable adults.
We are also committed to making the borough an inclusive place to live, work and visit, and promote equal opportunity through all our employment practices. As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer, we guarantee an interview for all candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the job.
If you are interested or would like to discuss this exciting opportunity further, please contact Linda MacDonald (Service Manager) on 07583 790605
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and an Enhanced DBS disclosure, including Barred List Check, will be required.
For information about North Tyneside Council, the benefits of working for us, and the many attractions of working and living in North Tyneside please see the council’s “About Us” pages on www.northeastjobs.org.uk.
Please note
This job is closed for applications.