Occupational Therapist

DigiKape Resourcing is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in filling ad hoc shifts and providing temporary and permanent placements for both public and private sectors.

St Helens Council are looking for a Moving and Handling Advisors to support a moving with dignity project with the aim to reduce double handed care packages to single handed care. The project to date has proved to be very successful and additional staffing has been agreed for 2 years to support the project. Professionals interested in this role must have experience of working with people who have complex needs . An experienced HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or professional with appropriate moving and handling skills and training is required and be able to confidently work on own initiative, juggle a busy workload and build strong working relationships.

Job Role :

• Should have knowledge of up to date moving and handling techniques, including moving and handling equipment and a good understanding of complex physical disabilities. 
• Experience in the provision of equipment and major adaptations and good IT skills would be an advantage.
• Will be responsible for the completion of moving and handling assessments, detailed risk assessment reports, and offering moving and handling training to formal and informal carers.
• Must have excellent communication skills and will be able to demonstrate credibility with professionals from partner agencies.
• Must have the ability to assess needs, prepare care plans and implement accordingly with a working knowledge of current legislation.

To be considered please apply to this advertisement with your CV or send it directly to DigiKape at info@digikape.co.uk clearly stating the job role and location/ area being applied for.

To discuss this opportunity further please get in contact with us directly on 03333396737 or email info@digikape.co.uk.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term - 2 years

Pay: £17.59-£17.59 per hour

Work Location: In person