Description
Join our team as a Bank Occupational Therapist. As a motivated and compassionate professional, you'll make a meaningful difference in children's lives. Work in HCRG Care Group's Children's Community Health Team, offering high-quality assessment, diagnosis, and intervention.
You'll gain experience across various services, partake in free training, and receive well-being support. Benefit from flexible shift booking, Wagestream access, and a supportive culture. You'll collaborate with families, carers, and professionals to support children's independence and well-being.
Main Responsibilities
- Carrying out high-quality School-Based Assessments as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) for children and young people
- Assess and provide tailored advice and interventions for children with diverse needs
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with families and carers
- Recommend and support the use of specialist equipment for home and school settings
- Liaise with professionals across health, education, social care, and voluntary sectors to ensure comprehensive care
- Provide sensitive and effective communication with children and their families, adapting to their needs and circumstances
- Contribute to team performance targets and participate in supervision, training, and team meetings
- Assist with prioritizing treatment goals for children with complex needs or terminal illnesses, ensuring appropriate discharge planning and referrals
The Ideal Candidate
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Knowledge or training in ASD strategies/interventions (e.g., PECS, SCERTS, ADOS)
- Evidence of post-graduate training or equivalent experience in:
- Child development
- ASD, ADHD, neurodevelopmental conditions
- Experience working with children in a similar paediatric setting
- Confidence in using a variety of assessments and treatment approaches
Desirable
- Membership of BAOT
- Membership of a Special Interest Group
- Clinical Educator qualification
- Experience delivering community-based children's OT services
Other requirements: The successful applicant will need to be a car driver.