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The Falls Prevention Team - Worthing is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist to reduce the incidence and consequences of falls across West Sussex. This post will form part of a dynamic team delivering specialist assessment and tailored rehabilitation programmes to those who have, or are at risk of falling.
“Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role."
The post holder will work closely with clients and their families alongside a range of services, both statutory and non statutory, to reduce falls and maximise health, wellbeing and independence.
When required the post holder will provide tailored training sessions to a range of audiences across statutory and non statutory agencies improving the prevention and management of falls across the whole system.
This post provides a unique opportunity to work as a multi-disciplinary practitioner to provide a holistic service to our clients in the relevant locality within Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust. We are presented with a wide range of conditions and there will be scope to develop your knowledge and interests in the areas of vestibular rehabilitation, falls rehabilitation for neurological clients, and anxiety management amongst other therapeutic interventions. There is also opportunity to develop expertise in balance exercise groups and in leadership skills.