About this role
Job summary
Assistant Practitioner | 10857 | fixed term contract/secondment opportunity for nine months | 37 hours per week | £33,119 to £34,811 per annum | Grade G | Norwich
We have an exciting opportunity for someone who has experience of working in health and/or care roles and an interest in Occupational Therapy to join the Southern Locality team as an Occupational Therapy Assistant Practitioner.
Main duties of the job
This post has been created to support our transformation work with Adult Social Services to move to more preventative, relational based input with our residents and communities. In this role, you will work on several occupational therapy related tasks to enable the existing team to develop new ways of working.
At Norfolk County Council, we want our people to be inspired and motivated to work well together, make the most of our workspaces, enjoy a healthy work-life balance and deliver excellent services to Norfolk and its people. You will have regular access to our office bases in County Hall, Dereham Hospital and Attleborough.
You will join a supportive and friendly team working with people with complex needs living with disability and/or long-term conditions in the community.
The role includes carrying out less complex assessments of peoples functional ability and presenting difficulties, using a strengths-based and facilitative approach to meeting their needs.
Assessments may be face to face or virtual, utilising technology when available and appropriate or visiting people in their home environment. It could also lead to sign posting and liaising with other agencies and/or providing low level equipment to maximise independence in everyday activities. You will be required to keep up to date records on a client record system and may support our regular duty, triaging new referrals as they come in.
About us
You will receive regular supervision and case load management support by the Practice Consultant. Training will be provided in equipment provision and minor housing adaptations as required.
You will need excellent communication, record keeping and keyboard skills. Some knowledge of The Care Act and its provision for Prevent, Reduce, Delay before the need for formal services would be an advantage.
South Norfolk is a large, diverse geographical and socioeconomic area. You will need to have a driving licence and regular access to a car to fulfil the role.
For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Katie St John Clarke on 01953 450774.
We support flexible and hybrid working, with a minimum expectation of two days per week spent in a community or office setting, helping you stay connected with colleagues, communities and the people we support.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To undertake person centered strength-based assessments and to empower individuals
to make choices that promote their health, wellbeing and independence.
To provide an integrated approach to assessment and providing care with key partners.
NOTE: Actual job tasks will vary depending on the team in which the post is located.
Overview/Context
The service will be provided in accordance with legislation, national guidance,
departmental procedures and protocols, quality assurance targets and timescales and
local partnership arrangements.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential GCSE (Grade C English and Maths or equivalent) to be tested at interview if no formal qualification held
Experience Essential
Have experience in working with service users or within a social care setting. Have experience of working within an organisation and following procedures. Exceptionally to work evenings and weekends or bank holidays when necessary. Willing to work in a range of settings depending on the needs of the service. Knowledge and understanding of the relevant Health and Social Care legislation. Knowledge of current policy and practice within Health and Social Care. Knowledge of electronic case management systems.
Aptitudes and Behaviours Essential
Able to communicate clearly and appropriately with members of the public, colleagues and staff in other agencies verbally, on the telephone and in writing. A commitment, knowledge and understanding of Equal Opportunities policy and anti-discriminatory practice. A good level of numeracy. Able to exercise judgement and initiative within designated areas of responsibility. Experience of using word/Excel/PowerPoint and be able to demonstrate good keyboard skills with a view to using various computerised and electronic case management systems. An ability to develop and change in light of the changing health and social care policy environment. Able to plan, manage, prioritise workloads, demonstrating good time management skills. Able to work effectively under pressure within departmental procedures and respond effectively in a crisis. Able to liaise effectively within the Department and other agencies and voluntary organisations. Able to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, as appropriate. Ability to gather qualitative and quantitative information and analyse objectively. Ability to assess risk and take appropriate action. Ability to manage complex relationships. A willingness to undertake continuous professional development.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Norfolk County Council
Address County Hall
Martineau Lane
Norwich
Norfolk
NR1 2DH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)