Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution-focused team.
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist wanting to join the Complex Care and Review team due to expansion. The position is part-time (18.5 hours per week) and permanent, operating across the full Cheshire West and Chester footprint with a hybrid flexible working model.
About the Team The Complex Care and Review team is a growing, passionate and creative team consisting of a Team Manager, Practice Manager, 3 x Social Workers, 5 x Social Care Assessors, 1 x Occupational Therapist, and 1 x OTA. We work closely with the Adults with Learning Disability social work teams, Transitions team, CHC team, Mental Health teams, and colleagues in Commissioning.
Your Responsibilities You will have the opportunity to:
Work in a forward-thinking Council with clear, shared values.
Understand local people’s care and support needs and help identify options available to them.
Undertake holistic OT practice including manual handling assessments.
Lead on major adaptations to enable people to live great lives.
Ensure people are connected to the support services and community assets they need.
Receive great support from our proactive and knowledgeable management team.
Develop and progress in your career through training and development opportunities.
Minimum Requirements You will have:
Degree or diploma in OT (Essential).
Up-to-date registration with HCPC (Essential).
Enhanced DBS plus Adults and Children's Barred List (Essential).
Experience of working in a Social Care and/or Health community setting.
Awareness of multi-disciplinary working and an integrated approach.
Experience of liaising with clients, their families/carers, and other professionals.
Demonstrable working knowledge of Health and Social Care Policy, housing, and legislation affecting OT practice.
Ability to assess and manage complex clinical risk.
Ability to cope positively with change and promote positive changes.
Self-motivated individual with a passion to make a difference in adult social care.
Resilient personal stress management.
Benefits We offer:
Competitive salary.
A generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days pro rata (plus bank holidays).
An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 22.3%.
The opportunity to develop your skills and career.
Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond.
Supportive team and culture.
An Employee Assistance Programme, offering free 24/7 confidential assistance.
We would welcome anyone interested in this post to come forward for an informal discussion. Please contact Leah Gilbert, Practice Manager on 07827 823853.
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This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist wanting to join the Complex Care and Review team due to expansion. The position is part-time (18.5 hours per week) and permanent, operating across the full Cheshire West and Chester footprint with a hybrid flexible working model.
About the Team The Complex Care and Review team is a growing, passionate and creative team consisting of a Team Manager, Practice Manager, 3 x Social Workers, 5 x Social Care Assessors, 1 x Occupational Therapist, and 1 x OTA. We work closely with the Adults with Learning Disability social work teams, Transitions team, CHC team, Mental Health teams, and colleagues in Commissioning.
Your Responsibilities You will have the opportunity to:
Work in a forward-thinking Council with clear, shared values.
Understand local people’s care and support needs and help identify options available to them.
Undertake holistic OT practice including manual handling assessments.
Lead on major adaptations to enable people to live great lives.
Ensure people are connected to the support services and community assets they need.
Receive great support from our proactive and knowledgeable management team.
Develop and progress in your career through training and development opportunities.
Minimum Requirements You will have:
Degree or diploma in OT (Essential).
Up-to-date registration with HCPC (Essential).
Enhanced DBS plus Adults and Children's Barred List (Essential).
Experience of working in a Social Care and/or Health community setting.
Awareness of multi-disciplinary working and an integrated approach.
Experience of liaising with clients, their families/carers, and other professionals.
Demonstrable working knowledge of Health and Social Care Policy, housing, and legislation affecting OT practice.
Ability to assess and manage complex clinical risk.
Ability to cope positively with change and promote positive changes.
Self-motivated individual with a passion to make a difference in adult social care.
Resilient personal stress management.
Benefits We offer:
Competitive salary.
A generous holiday allowance starting at 26 days pro rata (plus bank holidays).
An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of 22.3%.
The opportunity to develop your skills and career.
Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond.
Supportive team and culture.
An Employee Assistance Programme, offering free 24/7 confidential assistance.
We would welcome anyone interested in this post to come forward for an informal discussion. Please contact Leah Gilbert, Practice Manager on 07827 823853.
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