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Reablement Carer

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:39:47 GMT

Job Summary

To have passion and commitment for quality care and to the Dependability ‘Ethos of Care’.
To share with other staff in supporting the personal care needs of service users in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence – Enable first, care second.
To help in the care of the care users’ physical environment by supporting an enriched, stimulating and engaging home.
To assist with Activity Support gathering life story information encourage opportunity for social activity and engagement during your intervention.
To take delegated responsibilities from your line manager in respect of the service users in your care.
To meet all required mandatory training requirements and other identified learning opportunities that are required to improve quality care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To work with people in their own home and implement a care plan towards regaining their physical wellbeing and relearning the skills necessary for daily living, with intensive support over a 6-8 week period.
To promote and ensure high standards of care in accordance with Care Standards.
To maximise independence so that the service user is able to continue living at home
To promote and provide high standards of care and support taking into account the persons physical, mental social and cultural needs
The focus of care is on enablement and empowerment and reducing the size of any ongoing care package.
Ensure the service user is at the centre of decision making and involve other family members and stakeholders where appropriate during their reablement programme.

To discuss this role call our OT manager, call Linda Mann, on 020 8991 3714.

To apply, complete our application form.

Occupational Therapist Assistant

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:34:40 GMT

Job Summary

To complete high quality holistic Assessments for disabled people, who have been referred to Dependability because they are experiencing problems managing in the community. To recommend any suitable relevant support to disabled people.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To carry out full functional assessments and provide appropriate recommendations
To formulate specifications/ Design Briefs for Major Adaptations
To complete the target number of assessments and follow ups each week depending on contract of employment.
To complete all forms in relation to the occupational therapy process e.g. assessment form, equipment order forms, wheelchair referral forms etc.
To produce written reports as required e.g. housing
To support office based senior Occupational Therapist and administrators in relation to contract requirements.
To manage time and case load effectively.
To liaise with members of a multi disciplinary team as required e.g. care managers, representatives, technical officers, and surveyors.
To assist with administrative duties in answering enquiries from clients and care managers in relation to occupational therapy.
Provide cover for other staff during periods of annual leave, sickness etc.
Any other duties appropriate to the post as may be required.

To discuss this role call our OT manager, call Linda Mann, on 020 8991 3714.

To apply, complete our application form.

Occupational Therapist (Mobility Assessments)

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:30:51 GMT

Job Summary

To provide high quality Occupational Therapy Assessments, and other relevant support to disabled people.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To carry out full functional assessments of people with disabilities in their homes and provide an assessment report and recommendations in relation to equipment and adaptations.
To formulate specifications/ design briefs for Major Adaptations
To complete an agreed target number of assessments and follow ups each week.
To complete all forms in relation to the occupational therapy process e.g. assessment form, equipment order forms, wheelchair referral forms etc.
To produce typed reports within specified timeframes
To support office based senior Occupational Therapist and administrators in relation to contract requirements.
To manage time and case load effectively.
To liaise with members of a multi disciplinary team as required e.g. care managers, representatives, technical officers, and surveyors.
To carry out Mobility assessments of service users applying for mobility concessions including Taxi-cards, Blue Badges, Disabled Freedom passes and Disabled Parking Bays in accordance with procedures and relevant legislation.
To read and assess mobility concessions applications to ascertain eligibility according to agreed procedure and legislation
To carry out mobility assessments in a clinic setting at an address specified by Dependability in a fair and transparent way and taking into consideration overall functional disability.
To write concise reports of clinic assessments and input data on the computer.
To work in the community or within the existing office system.
To meet targets for assessments and alert line manager of any problems/difficulties with meeting of targets.
Provide cover for other staff during periods of annual leave, sickness etc.
To attend training as required.
To adhere to all Dependability’s policies and procedures.
To assist with administrative duties in answering enquiries from clients and care managers in relation to occupational therapy.
Provide cover for other staff during periods of annual leave, sickness etc.
Any other duties appropriate to the post as may be required.

To discuss this role call contact us .

To apply, complete our application form.

Occupational Therapist Role

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 16:25:11 GMT

Job Summary

To provide high quality Occupational Therapy Assessments, and other relevant support to disabled people.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To carry out full functional assessments and provide appropriate recommendations.
To formulate specifications/ Design Briefs for Major Adaptations
To complete an agreed target number of assessments and follow ups each week.
To complete all forms in relation to the occupational therapy process e.g. assessment form, equipment order forms, wheelchair referral forms etc.
To produce written reports as required e.g. housing
To manage time and case load effectively.
To liaise with members of a multi disciplinary team as required e.g. care managers, representatives, technical officers, and surveyors.
If office based: To support office based senior Occupational Therapist and administrators in relation to contract requirements
To assist with administrative duties in answering enquiries from clients and care managers in relation to occupational therapy.
Provide cover for other staff during periods of annual leave, sickness etc.
Any other duties appropriate to the post as may be required.

To discuss this role contact us .

To apply, complete our application form.