Senior Occupational Therapist

Sanas Community Services Limited

2024-05-05 07:44:55

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Healthcare & Medical

Job description

Who are we?
Sánas is an exciting and expanding new service providing alternative respite to children age 4-17 years. We are currently establishing and developing an MDT service with a view to commencement later in the year.
For more information on Sánas services please see our website SánasIreland.ie
Benefits :
Competitive pay scale based upon experience, Salaries and increments are paid in accordance with DOH scales
Flexible hybrid working arrangements (to support work/life balance)
Manageable Caseload
Supportive and progressive working environment,
Continuous Professional Development support
Refer-a friend Program -€150 per referral
PRSA Scheme
Employment Assistance Programme (EAP)
Overview of the post:
The Senior Occupational Therapist will work as a member of the Sánas multi-disciplinary team providing services to children from 4-17 years their family members, carers and staff members.
The Senior Occupational Therapist will report to the Director Of Community Services
The Senior Occupational Therapist will be responsible for conducting Assessment of need (AON) where required, along with providing a quality and needs based service including assessment diagnostics, intervention, programme planning, monitoring and ongoing service delivery to children with complex needs.
The Senior Occupational Therapist will be involved in key areas of service development, reporting to the Director of Community Services.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills and be a positive influence on shaping and enhancing Sánas services.
Contract type: Full time Permanent 40 hours per week. However candidates interested in Part Time or reduced hours contract will be considered.
Location: Option of Service locations in Balbriggan, Finglas and Wicklow.
Essential Criteria :
Hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy recognised by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
Practitioners must maintain annual CORU registration.
Must be eligible to work in republic of Ireland
A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience
Experience working with children and young persons with complex needs, intellectual disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and acquired brain injury
Full clean driving licence, use of a car and willingness to travel
Ability to work in a self-directed manner, prioritising workload
Effective communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Effective planning, organisational and time management skills
Commitment to continuous professional development
UpToDate knowledge of relevant developments, changes and best practice within the field of Intellectual Disabilities
Experience of inter-disciplinary team working.
Desirable Criteria :
o Evidence of participation in continuous professional development
o Experience in conducting _Assessment of Needs_
o Postural management and sensory Integration experience
o UpToDate knowledge of health services and trends nationally and internationally
Informal Enquiries are welcomed by Jennie Wall, Director of Community Services Tel: Email:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: €59,478.00-€70,033.00 per year
Benefits:
Bike to work scheme
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Work from home
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person