Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Role Overview:

This is a new role that will lead Burgess’ new service that aims to offer short term intervention to adults with an Autism Spectrum Condition to be independent through goal focused intervention.

You will be responsible for helping Burgess to develop and implement the service as well as the day to day delivery of the service.

You will be responsible for carrying out assessments and implementing outcome focused short term support plans.

Your role will require a certain amount of entrepreneurial spirit as you will be expected to increase the capacity of the service.

 You will need to have:  a degree or equivalent in occupational therapy  the ability to identify and prioritise risks  good IT skills  proven ability to work in a fast paced environment  good team work skills.

 In return we will offer:  an opportunity to be part of an exciting developing team  a supportive and friendly team  training to support the role and your personal development  regular 1:1 supervision (clinical from a Senior OT and work based with an experienced ASC practitioner) The Key Duties are to:

 Lead on the development of the new short term occupational therapy service for adults with an Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC)  Meet performance targets related to development and growth of the service  Carry out assessments utilising tools such as:  Initial interviews  Interest/Role checklists  Occupational Self Assessments (OSA)  Assessments of Communication and Interaction Skills (ACIS)  Sensory Profile  Occupational Circumstances Assessment Interview & Rating Scale (OCAIRS)  Record outcomes utilising tools such as:  Model of Human Occupation Screening Tool (MOHOST)  Canadian Occupational Performance Measure (COPM)  iPlanit  Manage a small caseload, prioritising needs, and completing administrative tasks such as patient and budgetary records.  Develop a support program to help build skills and gain confidence;  Advise on home and workplace environmental alterations,  Advise on specialist equipment to assist with daily activities;  Teach anxiety management techniques;  Assist people to return to work;  Coach people with an ASC, e.g. in handling money and social interaction;  Mentor people on how to control their own behaviour;  Line manage Occupational Therapy Assistants (once service is established)  Liaise with a wide variety of other professionals, such as doctors, physiotherapists, social workers, equipment suppliers, as well as service users families, carers and employers;  Write reports and attend multidisciplinary case meetings to plan and review ongoing treatment;  Organise support and rehabilitation groups for carers and clients.