Derbyshire County Council

Social Care Practitioner

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Job summary

Derbyshire County Council has recently undertaken a detailed review of its Occupational Therapy services and are implementing a new countywide structure in January 2024. As a result, we are increasing our Occupational Therapy capacity by introducing new roles. We have the opportunity of part time Occupational Therapy Social Care Practitioner opportunities across two localities in Derbyshire.

Main duties of the job

We have 18.5 hours in The High Peak team, or 22.2 hours in the South Derbyshire team.

The successful candidates will undertake assessment and review of individuals with a focus on delivering a range of simple equipment and non-complex housing adaptations in line with preventative approaches. You will work with people and their families/carers to identify and mobilise their strengths, networks, communities and help to maximise independence and self-care.

About us

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, clickhere

Details

Date posted

02 January 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,507 to £29,418 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

F0015-JOB-23-05244

Job locations

Derbyshire County Council

County Hall

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 3AG


Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will work closely with other professionals such as Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Coordinators and be an excellent communicator, having the ability to liaise with people and their representatives to gather or provide information, to support successful outcomes and provide a good quality customer focussed service.

You will coordinate your own case load, ensuring the Major Adaptation and Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) process runs smoothly with the support of the Occupational Therapy Coordinators and take action where there may be delays. The OT Social Care Practitioner will liaise with external stakeholders including District & Borough Councils around the administration of the DFG (Disabled Facilities Grant) and equipment providers.

The Occupational Therapy Social care practitioner will be able to identify and assess personal daily living needs and take responsibility for planning and managing an individual workload.

As an employee of Derbyshire County Council, you will receive a competitive benefits package including:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service (pro rata for part time)
  • Generous local government pension scheme
  • Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounts at selected county leisure centres
  • Derbyshire Rewards Scheme giving employees discount on their everyday spending
  • Access to physio, mental health, and other wellbeing services
  • And muchmore

Please state the location you prefer on your application form.

Interview Date: Friday 23rd February 2024 (TBC)

Enquiries to: Joanne Evans, Service Managerjoanne.evans@derbyshire.gov.uk

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role will work closely with other professionals such as Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Coordinators and be an excellent communicator, having the ability to liaise with people and their representatives to gather or provide information, to support successful outcomes and provide a good quality customer focussed service.

You will coordinate your own case load, ensuring the Major Adaptation and Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) process runs smoothly with the support of the Occupational Therapy Coordinators and take action where there may be delays. The OT Social Care Practitioner will liaise with external stakeholders including District & Borough Councils around the administration of the DFG (Disabled Facilities Grant) and equipment providers.

The Occupational Therapy Social care practitioner will be able to identify and assess personal daily living needs and take responsibility for planning and managing an individual workload.

As an employee of Derbyshire County Council, you will receive a competitive benefits package including:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 once you reach 5 years of continuous service (pro rata for part time)
  • Generous local government pension scheme
  • Guaranteed incremental annual pay increases
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Discounts at selected county leisure centres
  • Derbyshire Rewards Scheme giving employees discount on their everyday spending
  • Access to physio, mental health, and other wellbeing services
  • And muchmore

Please state the location you prefer on your application form.

Interview Date: Friday 23rd February 2024 (TBC)

Enquiries to: Joanne Evans, Service Managerjoanne.evans@derbyshire.gov.uk

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided.Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care*, equivalent or higher
  • * Candidates who do not currently hold the qualification as detailed in the essential criteria
  • must acquire it once in post

Desirable

  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care**,equivalent or higher
  • **Candidates who do not currently hold the qualification must be willing to acquire it once
  • in post
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 3 Diploma in Adult Care*, equivalent or higher
  • * Candidates who do not currently hold the qualification as detailed in the essential criteria
  • must acquire it once in post

Desirable

  • Level 4 Diploma in Adult Care**,equivalent or higher
  • **Candidates who do not currently hold the qualification must be willing to acquire it once
  • in post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire County Council

Address

Derbyshire County Council

County Hall

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 3AG


Employer's website

https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/Index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire County Council

Address

Derbyshire County Council

County Hall

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 3AG


Employer's website

https://jobs.derbyshire.gov.uk/Index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Adult Social Care and Health Recruitment Dept

asch.recruitment@derbyshire.gov.uk

Details

Date posted

02 January 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£27,507 to £29,418 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

F0015-JOB-23-05244

Job locations

Derbyshire County Council

County Hall

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 3AG


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