Who You Are As an Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapist, you will have a passion for enhancing the independence of individuals with substantial physical disabilities. You are motivated, enthusiastic, and able to use initiative and professional judgment. Communication is your strength, allowing you to interact effectively in a friendly and sensitive manner with clients and colleagues. What the Job Involves The role entails providing a specialist assessment service and working collaboratively with service users to enhance their independence through rehabilitation, equipment, or adaptations. You will manage a caseload, assess functional needs, and coordinate with other agencies and professionals to ensure necessary adaptations are implemented. As a Senior Occupational Therapist, additional responsibilities include prioritizing referrals, supervising staff, and undertaking project work for service development. Skills Assessment of functional needs Task analysis Problem solving Briefing and discussing adaptations using technical language Time and caseload management Record keeping Understanding and valuing diversity