Occupational Therapist Caseworker

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Liz Airdrie Liz.Airdrie@newport.gov.uk or Katie Powell Katie.Powell@newport.gov.uk

POSN005453 - Occupational Therapy Caseworker

12-month fixed-term post or secondment

Newport City Council’s Adult Social Care service is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapy Caseworker to join our Community Occupational Therapy team for 12 months, on a fixed-term basis or secondment opportunity.

You will support adults to maintain their independence, safety and wellbeing by completing strengths-based assessments, identifying practical solutions, and arranging appropriate equipment, minor adaptations, technology and other interventions. You will work closely with occupational therapists, social care colleagues, health professionals, housing services and partner organisations to deliver timely, person-centred support.

We are looking for someone with relevant experience in social care, health or a related setting, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to promoting independence. Training and professional support will be provided.

If applying as a secondment, please obtain your manager’s agreement before submitting your application.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Liz Airdrie Liz.Airdrie@newport.gov.uk or Katie Powell Katie.Powell@newport.gov.uk

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a DBS check.

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

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