Occupational Therapy Technician - CFHD

The post holder will be based within the North locality at Springfield Court, and be part of the North OT Team. We are a community service and as well as working from our clinic base, we work in schools, nurseries, and families homes across the North Devon area. You will work alongside the Occupational therapists to assess, implement and evaluate OT interventions to create the best outcomes for children. The role will also include supporting the team to run parent or child groups, clinics and manage specialist equipment reviews., To follow up assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of delegated caseload and escalating changes to the registered therapist for children and young people with physical and sensory, communication and interaction and cognition and learning needs in a variety of settings

To undertake clinical interventions utilising a variety of modes, including planning and leading group and individual therapy.

To participate in ordering and issue of appropriate equipment as part of packages of prescribed care after achieving appropriate competencies

Using strengths-based approach; ensure clinical effectiveness through the use of evidenced-based interventions, goal-based, collaborative practice and Routine Outcome Measures

To support in the supervision of Trainees

To promote and support participation of service users across the service

Produce materials and make equipment as required

Assist in the delivery of training

We are an integrated childrens community services and looking for enthusiastic individuals with some relevant experience to join us., We would like the people who work for Children and Family Health Devon to be understanding, patient and respectful. They should be trustworthy and make us feel safe and comfortable. It is important that they use their skills and experience to listen carefully in a non-patronising and non-judgemental way. When staff are positive and friendly, they help to create an environment that is informal and without pressure.

At Children and Family Health Devon, we are dedicated to improving the physical and mental health of children and young people across Devon and Torbay. We aim to create an environment where children and young people can thrive and are committed to reducing health inequalities and providing specialised support, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives., We are an alliance of NHS organisations led by Devon Partnership Trust. We are a group of professionals including psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses and many other professions.

Join us in beautiful Devon

With access to moors, sea and cities, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy Devon. Whether you enjoy spending time in the cultural hub of Exeter, exploring the Jurassic coastline or discovering the world surfing reserve in North Devon there really is something for everyone.