Occupational Therapist (Grade J)

Who You Are

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care team. You will be someone who can enable independence and safety through major housing adaptations, manual handling assessments, and the provision of equipment and minor adaptations. This role requires close collaboration with service users, carers, and partner agencies to deliver practical solutions that transform lives.

What the Job Involves

Your key responsibilities will include completing comprehensive functional assessments in line with the Care Act, participating in duty triaging, and screening/signposting incoming referrals. You will be responsible for designing and recommending major adaptations such as level-access showers, stairlifts, and ramps to promote independence and reduce risks. Additionally, you will prescribe and arrange minor and major equipment to meet individual needs, undertake manual handling risk assessments, and provide safe moving and handling plans. You will also liaise with contractors, housing teams, and grants officers for adaptation works, maintain accurate records, and produce professional reports for funding applications and safeguarding processes.

Skills

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Experience in community-based social care settings
• Knowledge of housing adaptations, equipment provision, and manual handling
• Familiarity with Disabled Facilities Grants (DFG) and adaptation legislation
• Experience working with contractors and housing teams
• Ability to use electronic case management systems