Senior Occupational Therapist (ICAT)

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Job Description

Salary £39,513 - £44,711 | Full time, Permanent | Short Term Support Service | Skelmersdale - West Lancashire

International Sponsorship - this role is not open to international sponsorship

About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and innovative Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Services Short Term Support Service. This permanent, full-time position involves working across Lancashire, including 1 in every 4 weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals to achieve their goals and live independently in their homes.
• Collaborate with social work colleagues, care providers, and other partners.
• Develop and coach a reenabling approach and/or longer-term compensatory adaptations.
• Set and review therapeutic goals, creating person-centred support plans.
• Mentor and support non/qualified staff, ensuring high standards and quality of work.
• Participate in continual service development and access training opportunities.

Our Vision: Living Better Lives in Lancashire
Join us at an exciting time as we launch our new strength-based vision for social care. We are driving forward innovative practices to make a difference in our communities, and we need dedicated Senior Occupational Therapists to help us achieve our vision.

Our Values

• Supportive and Innovative: Bring fresh ideas to achieve the best outcomes for people.
• Empathy: Show compassion and listen to what people need, ensuring they feel valued and respected.

Why Join Us?

• Great Annual Leave: Up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season. Option to purchase additional leave.
• Flexible Working Opportunities
• Financial Benefits: Generous Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contribution. Relocation reimbursement package available.
• Training and Development: Excellent induction through our Social Care Academy and ongoing career support.
• Health and Wellbeing: Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.
• Staff Discounts: Access to discounts on car leases, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, and more through Vivup.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Support groups and networks for staff, including the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum, and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.

How to Apply
For an informal and confidential chat, contact the Talent Acquisition team at: talent@lancashire.gov.uk

Please ensure you upload and attach your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for an interview without this evidence.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Requirements

• Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to practice.
• The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). Successful candidates will need to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'.
• A car is required for use in connection with the duties of this post, and you must be insured for business use. Consideration will be given to candidates who cannot drive due to a disability.

You must be registered (SWE) to be appointed as a Social Worker or have applied to register with the Social Care Council. For Social Worker/Care Manager positions where non social worker qualifications are accepted, registration is not required, and you will be appointed as a Care Manager.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.

In return Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, which can be found on LCC Vacancies website.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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