Occupational Therapist |Ireland|

Details of Service



Job Purpose

To support assessment and interventions in line with principles of Children’s Disability Network Teams.

To work as part of the Children’s Disability Network Team to provide therapeutic services to children and young people (0 -18 years) with a range of complex needs arising from a disability and whom are living within the Community Health Organisation. There will be a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary team working and family centred practice as per the principles of Progressing Disabilities for Children and Young People.

Clinical Duties

Work as a member of an Interdisciplinary TeamBe responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and review of occupational therapy intervention programmesAttend and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure integrated goal setting and support for children/young people and their familiesArrange and carry out duties in a timely manner within settings appropriate to service users and in line with service policy/guidelinesDocument all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries in accordance with local service and professional standardsMaintain quality standards of practice and participate in quality assurance and clinical audit as appropriatePromote a culture that values equality, diversity and respect in the workplaceRequirements to ensure safe practice and high standards of service deliveryParticipate in teams, communicating and working in co-operation with other team membersDemonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care

This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned

Quality and Risk, Health and Safety Management

Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislationWithin practice, demonstrates sound clinical and professional judgement consistent with accepted models of Occupational Therapy practiceHave a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and Guidance as they apply to the roleComply with the policies, procedures, and safe professional practice of the Irish Healthcare System by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations, and standardsWork in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and othersBe aware of risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate actionComply with department procedures with regard to assessment, recommendation and provision of all assistive equipment / custom made devicesKeep up to date and accurate updated occupational therapy records, reports and statistics as required/advised by CDNMEnsure that confidentiality is always maintained.To undertake any other duties appropriate to the role of the Occupational Therapist as may be required from time to timeTo be fully aware of and compliant with current child protection and safeguarding legislation and local policies and procedures

Education & Training

Partake in career and personal development planning. Maintain own professional development and competenceParticipate in teams as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team membersProvide education and training to parents, carers and schools staff supporting the child to participate in their environments fullyAttend mandatory training

Essential Criteria

Hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy approved by the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland at CORUDemonstrate competence and capability of undertaking the duties attached to the officeExcellent interpersonal, communication skills and strong command of EnglishProvide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU or eligible for registrationMaintain annual registration on the appropriate register at CORU

Job Reference: JO-++1-XXXXXXXXXX_3208

Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

Salary: ₹2,+34,+38.80 - ₹5,071,2+4.15 per year

Benefits:

Paid time offProvident Fund

Schedule:

Day shiftMonday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Will you be able to relocate to Ireland for this job?

License/Certification:

qualification in Occupational Therapy (Required)CORU registration or are you eligible to register (Required)