Occupational Therapist
$53,200–$53,200 year
On-siteCedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils with developmental trauma, neurodivergent needs, or SEMH challenges within an education setting. Maintain a full caseload while collaborating closely with the education team to foster independence and support a person-centred approach. Adhere to the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working standards and contribute to staff training and consultation as required by the Lead Clinician. Work within a multidisciplinary clinical team at Hillingdon Manor School, a specialist day school for ages 11–19, ensuring all practice aligns with safeguarding culture and professional body requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Bsc or Msc in Occupational Therapy
- Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
- Registered member of RCOT
- Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
- Ability to work independently, flexible and confidence working in a school environment
- Clear and concise report writing skills
- All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks
- Successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting
- Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills
- Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality
- Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed)
- £2000 CPD Training Allowance
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