Occupational Therapist Adult Social Care

Job Description

Occupational Therapist – Adult Social Care

A local authority located in Hackney is looking to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist to join an integrated community health and adult social care service.

This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist with strong experience in major adaptations, specialist equipment, and complex assessments, who is confident working autonomously while contributing to a supportive MDT environment.

Main Duties :

Undertake holistic, person-centred Occupational Therapy assessments for adults with a range of health conditions

Assess for and make recommendations for major adaptations and complex equipment, including preparing sketches, reading plans, and producing detailed specifications

Complete manual handling assessments and provide safe moving and handling solutions

Manage and progress complex cases, including planning, prioritising, and reviewing interventions

Recommend and review simple and complex equipment, ensuring effectiveness and safe use

Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, including participation in duty work

Undertake support planning and reviews for service users and carers

Ensure practice aligns with relevant legislation, policies, and safe working guidelinesRequirements :

Professional Occupational Therapy qualification recognised by the HCPC

HCPC Registration

Excellent knowledge and experience in specialist equipment, major adaptati...