Occupational Therapist - Home First Team

Locum Occupational Therapist in Home First Team, Wareham, Dorset, earning up to £35.00 per hour, hourly.

This ongoing full-time role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading community-focused service. With hybrid working available, this position combines flexibility and the opportunity to work in a beautiful part of the UK.

Perks and benefits:

• Embrace the best of both worlds with hybrid working options, allowing you to blend home comforts with office interactions.


• Dorset's Countywide role means your workday could end with a sunset stroll along its stunning coastline.


• Enjoy the autonomy and variety that come from managing a community-based caseload.


• Embrace the satisfaction of contributing to positive health outcomes in a collaborative environment.


• As a locum, you'll also relish the flexibility of choosing when and where you want to work. This role supports a healthy work-life balance, making every day feel rewarding.

What you will do:

• Support hospital discharges and discharge planning, ensuring seamless transitions for patients


• Deliver reablement-focused Occupational Therapy interventions that promote recovery and independence


• Complete comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments in community settings


• Collaborate effectively with health and social care partners, building relationships with multidisciplinary agencies and professionals


• Manage a community-based caseload and perform home visits across Dorset


• Contribute to positive health and care outcomes, maintaining accurate records and case documentation

Requirements:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with HCPC registration


• Minimum 3 years of post-qualified UK Occupational Therapy experience


• Experience in hospital discharge pathways and reablement services


• Knowledge of Occupational Therapy frameworks and practice models


• Understanding of psychological and human development theories


• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams


• Access to a car and a willingness to travel across Dorset


• Enhanced Adult DBS and Right to Work in the UK


• Experience within Home First services and community Occupational Therapy


• Experience working across health and social care systems

Why choose Wareham, Dorset?

Nestled between the stunning Jurassic Coast and the serene Purbeck Hills, Wareham not only offers a gorgeous backdrop to your daily life but also boasts rich history and vibrant community spirit. Relish in outdoor adventures, charming cafes, and the friendly atmosphere that make this area a truly special place to live and work. Join us in Wareham and find your perfect life-work-balance!