Independent Mobility Assessor - OT Remote - Ackerman Pierce : Job Details

Leicester County Council are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a well-structured and dynamic team. The client offers a full-time contract with Remote working a fair and manageable caseload and further training in your portfolio. The vacancy will be for an initial 3 - 6 months with potential for extension.

Main Duties for the Occupational Therapist includes

• Deliver a high quality, person centred, accountable Concessionary Travel and Blue Badge assessment service using the eligibility criteria as determined by the Authority and Department of Transport
• To make decisions on eligibility for the above schemes
• To undertake mobility assessments with applicants when their eligibility cannot be determined from the information provided/application form
• To provide detailed reports and case papers on the above
• Deliver a service and operate in accordance with the appropriate National Occupational Standards for Social Work and the General Social Care Council Codes of Practice.
• Identify, investigate and manage the assessment procedure to ensure only eligible candidates are issued with the appropriate literature, badge and associated paperwork, referring for peer review and to Senior Staff as appropriate in cases of dispute and disagreement, managing the risks to staff and the Council.

To Be Successful.

• Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist in the community.
• Previous experience working with major adaptations.
• Manual handling experience.
• HCPC Registration.
• Enhanced DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Occupational Therapist Qualification.

Benefits of Working at Leicster County Council.

Our client offers the opportunity for additional training for both perm and temporary members of staff within the authority. With new projects underway in various teams, they offer a very competitive rate of pay. Also, free onsite parking is offered to all staff.

Why Join Our Agency?

With over 10 years' experience recruiting directly into social care, Ackerman Pierce prides itself on the unique services we deliver to our candidates. Each candidate is assigned their own personal consultant who will support them through every placement. We also offer a DBS and a quick and easy registration process. Not forgetting a guaranteed payment into your account every week.

To discuss this Occupational Therapist vacancy, or any similar roles we have available, please contact Ella Hajittofis or email us your updated CV today!