Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Job overview

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This role involves managing a defined caseload of adults with learning disabilities and associated complex needs, including autism, mental health challenges, and sensory or physical impairments.

The post holder will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate Occupational Therapy interventions using a client-centred approach.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, they will provide expert advice to service users, families, and colleagues while also leading service development initiatives.

The role includes supervisory responsibilities for junior staff and students, active participation in service planning and audits, and a commitment to professional development and clinical governance

Main duties of the job

To manage a defined caseload of adults with learning disabilities who may also have additional physical, sensory, communication and/or mental health needs. Conditions include autism, challenging behaviours, complex permanent disabilities, degenerative conditions and sensory processing difficulties.

To be responsible for the assessment, clinical diagnosis, planning, implementing and evaluating of interventions in a client centred way for your allocated caseload with regular support through clinical supervision.

To work within the multidisciplinary team and provide advice and guidance for families, carers and multidisciplinary team.

To lead elements of planning, development and evaluation of the Occupational Therapy Service.

To supervise band 5 Occupational Therapists and / or assistants and manage students.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached person specification and job description for the role of B6 Occupational Therapist