Occupational Therapist
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SWIM Recruitment is seeking an Occupational Therapist to begin work in Leicester on a full-time contracted basis. The job specification follows below, and in addition to this, the successful candidate will be able to evidence a CRB successfully completed within the last 12 months.
Job Summary:
To help people of all ages who have physical, mental health or social problems adapt to any aspect of their life with more independence, confidence and control. The Occupational Therapist will assess the patient's ability to perform activities and design treatment programmes to increase their capability to tackle difficulties.
Candidate Profile
• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Must be registered with Health Professions Council (HPC)
• Minimum of 4-5 years experience of working with older people and people with mental health or physical disabilities
• The ability to build strong working partnerships;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Decision making and organisational skills;
• The ability to explain, and encourage and build confidence;
• The ability to create a rapport with a range of people, especially people with disabilities.
For more information on this role please apply with a copy of your C.V to Swim
| Location: | East Midlands |
| Salary: | £28 - £38 per hour |
| Start Date: | ASAP |
| Duration: | 9 Months |
| End Date: | |
| Job Ref: | ekleics58324 |
| Name: | Mark Manning |
| Email: | socialcare.79694.213@maxxima.aplitrak.com |
| Tel: | 0116 254 3111 |
| Fax: | 0116 254 6916 |
| Posted: | 23-07-2008 |
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