Occupational TherapistinHothfieldinHothfieldPUBLISHED TUE 22 OCT 2024
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In return, Active Care Group offers a supportive work environment with various benefits, including 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, discounts through the Active Reward App, and access to a health plan for family essentials. The organisation also provides enhanced sick and maternity pay, a referral scheme, and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme to ensure the well-being of all staff members.
Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.
"Caring, helpful, and brilliant2. That's how some of our patients recently described the therapy staff at Hothfield Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, a real testament to their hard work and dedication. We are offering an opportunity for a passionate and empathetic Occupational Therapist with Band 5 level experience to join this outstanding team in providing life-changing rehabilitation for our service users.
About us
At Hothfield Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, your work has the power to transform lives. Every day, our therapy team plays a crucial role in helping individuals recover from a brain injury or other neurological condition, empowering them to reclaim their independence and pursue their passions.
Take the story of Kaylie, a young woman whose life took an unexpected turn when she was diagnosed with encephalitis. Thanks to the creativity and dedication of her Occupational Therapist, she embarked on a Disney-themed therapy journey that turned her rehabilitation into an inspiring and joyful experience. This approach not only helped her regain essential life skills but also brought hope and fun back into her life.
As a Band 5 Occupational Therapist, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact like this, using your skills to design innovative, patient-centred therapy plans that create meaningful change.
If you’re a caring, helpful, and brilliant therapist looking to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you!
What you'll be working:
This role is part-time at 18.75 hours per week, scheduled during weekdays. We are flexible and happy to discuss and agree on the working pattern with the successful candidate.
What you'll be doing:
- Deliver personalised therapy plans to help patients regain essential life skills, mobility, and confidence.
- Use creativity and innovation, much like Kaylie’s therapist, to turn therapy into an engaging and impactful experience for each patient.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including physiotherapists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals, to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.
- Build strong relationships with patients and their families, ensuring they feel supported throughout their recovery journey.
- Keeping people safe from any harm and protecting their human rights.
What to look forward to:
- 25 days plus bank holidays
- Birthday off
- Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
- Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
- Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
- A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
- Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
- We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
- Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
- Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
- ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
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