Description
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
Join our supportive team as an Occupational Therapist, where you will be able to make a difference and enhance people's independence and wellbeing using your Occupational Therapy skills.
What's the role?
As an Occupational Therapist, you'll carry out meaningful telephone and home-based assessments with adults experiencing a wide range of physical and cognitive challenges. You'll use your clinical expertise to recommend tailored equipment and home adaptations that enhance independence, boost confidence, and empower residents to live life to the fullest,while also supporting both formal and informal carers.
Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and you'll be an essential part of a vibrant multi-disciplinary team working together to deliver outstanding, person-centred care.
What's in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What we're looking for
We're seeking a strengths-based Occupational Therapist who is passionate about promoting independence and wellbeing. You'll bring experience in adult social care, equipment provision, and both minor and major adaptations. You'll confidently signpost to other services and provide clear, OT-focused information and advice to support residents to live independently.
Location
The job is primarily based in Laurence House, Catford, London, SE6 4RU (Catford Complex) and within residents homes in the Lewisham Borough, but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
Special conditions
- Relevant Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy is needed
- Weekend working is not required for this job
- The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check