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JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant - Adaptations Team
Specialism: AHPX - OT Assistant
Location: Hackney, UK
Salary: Up to £30.81 per hour
Type: Ongoing, Full Time

Occupational Therapy Assistant within the Adaptations Team in Hackney, earning up to £30.81 per hour. This ongoing full-time locum opportunity offers the chance to join a dedicated team committed to improving the independence, safety, and quality of life of Hackney residents. Working within a supportive and community-focused environment, you will play a key role in delivering assessments, recommending equipment and adaptations, and supporting individuals with substantial needs to remain safe and independent in their own homes.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the consistency and stability of a full-time position while benefiting from the flexibility of locum work.
• Hourly Pay: Earn up to £30.81 per hour, ensuring you are rewarded for your expertise and contribution.
• Dynamic Working Environment: No two days are the same, providing a varied and engaging workload.
• Professional Development: Enhance your knowledge and practical skills while working alongside experienced Occupational Therapy professionals.
• Networking Opportunities: Build valuable professional relationships across health, social care, housing, and community services.
• Meaningful Impact: Help residents maintain independence and improve their quality of life through practical interventions and support.

What you will do

• Occupational Therapy Assessments: Undertake assessments and interventions, providing advice, retraining, and recommendations for specialist equipment and environmental adaptations.
• Adaptation Recommendations: Prepare accurate specifications for environmental adaptations under the guidance and support of qualified Occupational Therapists.
• Risk Management: Identify and manage risks associated with specialist equipment and home adaptations to ensure safe and effective use.
• Mobility Assessments: Conduct mobility assessments and support access to concessionary travel schemes, including Blue Badges, Freedom Passes, and parking bays.
• Resource Management: Ensure effective use of service resources, including time, equipment, and funding allocations.
• Partnership Working: Work collaboratively with service users, carers, Occupational Therapists, housing teams, and partner agencies.
• Advice and Signposting: Provide information, advice, and signposting to relevant community and universal services.
• Telecare Recommendations: Assess and r