Job Description
Here at Cheshire West and Chester Council, we are committed to providing excellent Adult Social Care services to residents. We are one team, putting what matters to people first and are investing in a number of roles, across our service areas to grow our dynamic, solution focused team.So, wherever you are in your life, there is something to suit you in Adult Social Care, whether that be meaningful work, feeling valued in your role, career progression, pay progression or a great work life balance, this is where you will find it. If you want to be a part of our welcoming, values driven service and are passionate about being part of a team that can make a real difference for local people, please take a look at the roles we have available.The following vacancy has arisen in the Complex Care and Review team due to expansion of the team. x Occupational Therapist , grade Part time hours per weekPermanent positionOperates across full Cheshire West and Chester footprintSpecialist team working with learning disabilities and mental healthHybrid flexible working model Cheshire West and Chester Council is a place where everyone can Thrive – through our core values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Value for Money and Empowerment.This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist wanting to join this specialist team who work closely with the Adults with Learning Disability social work teams, Transitions team, Complex Health Care team, Mental Health teams and colleagues in Commissioning. Office bases are in Ellesmere Port, Chester and Winsford and the expectation is that staff work in the office - times a week and at home or out on visits the remainder of the week.The Complex Care and Review team is a growing, passionate, and creative team consisting of a Team Manager, Practice Manager, business support officer, x Social Workers, x Social Care Assessors, x Occupational Therapist and x OTA. This is an experienced team of highly motivated, hardworking, and skilled professionals. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate these skills and have a passion to drive forward positive outcomes for individuals regardless of their level of need or stage of life they are in. Candidates will be required to work collaboratively and creative with colleagues, care providers, and housing developers and to have a sound knowledge of current legislation, policy and procedures within adult services.The OT will complete strength based assessments (Mental Capacity Assessments when required and necessary to do so) and offer advice in relation to levels of support required to meet care needs, assess for, recommend and provide equipment and adaptations to support independence and complete moving and handling assessments. The role involves the exciting opportunity to be involved in bespoke projects, advising on environmental design to meet individual needs within new services and accommodation set up by the team to fill gaps in resources identified for our client group.We provide high-quality, person-centred social care for adults, but for us it’s more than that; we support people to change and enhance their lives every day through the work undertaken by our talented and dedicated teams. Our values are important to all of us, we live and breathe them, and they shape how we work together to create positive environments where both colleagues and people who use our services can be inspired to reach their potential. If you share our values and commitment, then you’re our kind of person.You will have the opportunity to; Work in a forward-thinking Council and within teams that have clear, shared values.Work with local people to understand their care and support needs and help to identify options available to them.Undertake holistic OT practice including manual handling assessments and putting into practice legislation that underpins our work.Build on your professional experience by leading on major adaptations to enable people to live great lives.Be pivotal to ensuring people are connected to the support services and community assets they need to live great lives.Receive great support from our proactive and knowledgeable management team.Develop and progress in your career through training and development opportunities in a variety of pathways: we meet the cost of your professional registration fee as standard. You will have: Degree or diploma in OT (Essential).Up to date registration with HCPC (Essential).Be required to undertake an enhanced DBS plus Adults and Childrens Barred List (Essential).Experience of working in a Social Care and/or Health community settingAwareness of importance of multi-disciplinary working and an integrated approach.Experience of liaising and working effectively with clients, (adults and children) their families/carers, other professionals, and agencies to achieve the best outcomes for people.Demonstrable working knowledge of Health and Social Care Policy, housing and legislation affecting general OT and moving and handling practice.Ability to assess and manage complex clinical risk.Ability to cope positively with change and an ability to promote positive changes to make a difference.Awareness of importance of multi-disciplinary working and an integrated approach.You are confident, energetic, and enthusiastic as well as sensitive and resilient.Self-motivating individual with the passion to make a difference in adult social care.Resilient personal stress management. Come and join us, working in an authority that has an excellent reputation, great working culture and is an inclusive and dynamic place to work. We consider our workforce to be of high value, placing wellbeing at the forefront. This is a hybrid post which means working in one of our Council offices in locations across the borough, completing visits around the borough as well as the opportunity to work from home. The benefits of working for the Council go well beyond making a difference to people’s lives, as well as working within a supportive environment with people who share your values you will have access to a huge range of benefits including discounts on: High street and supermarket shoppingGym membershipHolidaysDays outCinemasChildcare vouchersCash back scheme on any medical treatment that you may require via MedicashCar lease scheme (Brand new fully maintained and insured car for years in return for a fixed monthly payment via salary sacrifice)Cycle Scheme (Save up to £ on the cost of a brand-new bike and equipment) We also offer: Competitive salaryA generous holiday allowance starting at days pro rata (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service to days and the ability to purchase additional leave.An excellent career average pension scheme with employer contributions of (Employer contributions elsewhere are typically %)The opportunity to develop your skills and career.Rewards and Recognition for going above and beyond such as additional annual leave and shopping vouchers.Supportive team and cultureOpportunity to purchase up to days additional annual leave.An Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free / confidential assistance, practical information, and emotional support. To find out more information about what it is like to work for Cheshire West and Chester Council including our rewards and benefits please see No candidate will meet every single requirement - if your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you!Cheshire West and Chester Council are committed to equality and diversity in employment. Please see the for more information.Cheshire West and Chester Council have adopted a Local Living Wage for our employees which means that all employees will receive a minimum of £ per hour for all contracted hours.