About this role
Job summary
Occupational Therapy Technician
Band 4
The Occupational Therapy Technician post is based in the integrated Adult Community Occupational Therapy team. Our team works alongside social work colleagues with an office base in Central Croydon.
There is a high demand for Community Occupational Therapy, and so this is a busy role that requires you to be efficient and effective. You will need to be independent in travelling around the borough. We are a supportive and committed team, you will receive regular supervision and support.
Interview Date TBC
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for assessing the functional needs of adults in their homes and in a community setting, in line with all relevant legislation e.g. the Care Act 2014, and in accordance with the Trust and Council's policies and procedures. To make recommendations and implement a wide range of simple cost effective interventions to meet individuals' assessed need in accordance with an agreed care plan, to optimise client function and quality of life. To be an actively participating member of the specialist ACOT team, contributing positively to the overall function of the department, supporting the role of Occupational Therapists. To ensure that intervention is responsive, and sensitive to the social, cultural, linguistic and religious needs of clients in accordance with equal opportunity policies. To be a highly effective communicator demonstrating effective verbal and written skills.
About us
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon.Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff.If you want the opportunity to have a real impact, challenge yourself and be part of an NHS Trust that's making a real difference then a career at Croydon Health Services could be just what you're looking for.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Essential
Basic education including GCSEs or equivalent NVQ level 3 or demonstratable equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience working with clients with care and support needs. Experience working as part of a team
EXPERIENCE Essential
Experience of working with people with disabilities Good assessment and interpersonal skills Knowledge and experience of OT services within a community setting
Desirable
Analyse risk and respond appropriately to emergencies /crises. Working constructively as part of a team Able to work under pressure.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING Essential
Understanding of Health and Safety. Equality issues Awareness of current issues relating to relevant User group.
Desirable
The work of the Primary care Trust and /or Social Services
Essential Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
Car driver / owner
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 Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Address Bernard Weatherill House
8, Mint Walk
Croydon
CR0 1EA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/ (Opens in a new tab)