Community Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Housing, Adaptations and Specialist Equipment (HASE) team in Redditch and Bromsgrove. We provide occupational therapy assessments relating to housing, major adaptations (Disabled Facilities Grants), minor adaptations and specialist equipment for residents across Worcestershire. This is a permanent position for 30 hours per week, worked over three or more days, with flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance. Whether you have experience in housing and adaptations or are looking to develop specialist skills, we will support you to succeed. We offer a comprehensive induction programme, ongoing professional development opportunities, and regular peer and 1:1 supervision. This is an excellent opportunity to join a welcoming team dedicated to helping people of all ages remain safe, independent and engaged in the activities that matter most to them., Every day will bring the opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives. You will visit residents in their homes, carrying out occupational therapy assessments and working closely with them and their carers to understand the challenges they face in maintaining their independence. Using your clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills, you will identify practical solutions through housing options, major and minor adaptations, and specialist equipment. You will work collaboratively with health and social care professionals, local authorities and partner agencies to achieve the best outcomes for residents across Worcestershire. Alongside managing your own caseload and contributing to referral triage, you will be part of a supportive team while enjoying the autonomy to manage a varied, rewarding role that helps people live safely, independently and well in their own homes.

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
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