Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist functional assessments in homes, supported living, and residential care settings
• Evaluate clients’ ability to perform ADLs and IADLs, setting meaningful goals and outcomes
• Identify strengths, needs, and risks to inform person-centred care planning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored intervention plans
• Advise on equipment, adaptations, and environmental modifications
• Contribute to Mental Capacity Assessments and Best Interests decisions
• Support CHC, Section 117, and other funding applications through detailed reports
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional standards

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Significant experience in mental health and/or learning disability services
• Strong assessment and clinical reasoning skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and within an MDT
• Car driver with access to a vehicle and business insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Training in sensory integration or other specialist tools
• Experience contributing to legal or funding reports (DoLS, CHC, s.117)

Benefits

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Twice weekly payroll and ‘Faster Pay’ service
• Free access to Liquid’s exclusive social work training and CPD portal
• Dedicated consultant with extensive social work knowledge

About the Company

Liquid Personnel is recruiting a skilled Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic team in Medway, focusing on functional assessments for individuals with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.