Occupational Therapist
$53,200–$53,200 year
On-siteOrlando, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Deliver bespoke occupational therapy assessment and intervention to pupils with developmental trauma, neurodivergent needs, or SEMH challenges while fostering their independence. Collaborate with the education team to support young people aged 11–19 in an independent specialist day school setting. Manage a full caseload under the guidance of a designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician, utilizing innovative approaches to enhance quality of life outcomes. Maintain a person-centred, empowering approach within a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring pupils are heard and involved in decisions affecting them.
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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