Senior Practitioner Occupational Therapist

ThirtySomethingFashion; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for an Occupational Therapist to support the management of community therapy services. The role involves leading a team, providing person-centered care, and ensuring effective communication with service users and their families. Applicants must hold a professional qualification in Occupational Therapy, be registered with HCPC, and have a valid UK Driving Licence. This is a permanent, full-time position located in various areas throughout Aberdeen.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with HCPC.
• Current Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Occupational Therapy Lead in managing the delivery of care.
• Lead and motivate a team, providing guidance and support.
• Communicate effectively with service users and professionals.

Skills

Effective communication

Team leadership

Customer service

ICT competency

Planning and decision-making

Education

Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we’re looking for. If you are new to the caring profession you should check to see if it is the career for you.

Location

Various Locations throughout Aberdeen

Duration

Permanent, Full Time

Job Purpose

To support the Occupational Therapy Lead to manage and supervise the operational delivery of a high standard of person‑centred care and support by the Community Occupational Therapy team, ensuring the provision of a comprehensive, intensive service and promoting good outcomes for individuals, their families and carers.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with HCPC
• PVG (adults & children)
• Current Full UK Driving Licence

Responsibilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with service users, staff, carers and internal/external professionals to achieve improved outcomes for service users
• Flexible and creative approach to manage human, physical and financial resources effectively
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, providing supervision, guidance and support to team members
• Commitment to providing high quality customer service
• Competence with a range of ICT packages including MS Office
• Ability to chair meetings and case conferences effectively
• Planning and decision‑making skills

The Individual

Please see Job Profile for further details.