Staff Grade Occupational Therapist
Staff Grade Occupational Therapist – CDNT
The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will work as part of a multi-disciplinary Children’s Disability Network Team providing child-centered, family-focused, and community-based services. The role will support children with disabilities and their families in achieving their developmental goals through assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of progress.
Key Responsibilities of a Occupational Therapist:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children with varying physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities.
- Develop individualized intervention plans to support the child’s development, participation, and functional independence.
- Provide direct intervention sessions, including one-to-one therapy, group interventions, and home-based programs.
- Collaborate closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists, and Social Workers, to provide holistic care.
- Work alongside families and caregivers to ensure that interventions align with family goals and are sustainable within the child’s daily routines.
- Educate and train families, caregivers, and other professionals in strategies to support the child’s participation in various environments.
- Develop and deliver workshops or training sessions for parents, educators, and other stakeholders as needed.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation for all assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
- Prepare progress reports and contribute to team meetings, case conferences, and annual reviews as required.
- Engage in continuous professional development to stay updated with best practices and advancements in pediatric occupational therapy and disability services.
- Participate in supervision, team meetings, and other professional development opportunities within the CDNT.
- Comply with all CDNT policies, Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, and occupational therapy standards.
- Adhere to the ethical and legal requirements set by CORU and ensure confidentiality and integrity in all work practices.
Requirements of Occupational Therapist
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
- Current registration with CORU (Health and Social Care Professionals Council) as an Occupational Therapist.
- Relevant experience working in paediatrics or with children with disabilities, preferably in a community or clinical setting would be beneficial.
- Experience in assessment, goal setting, and implementing interventions for children with physical, sensory, and/or developmental disabilities.
To apply please contact jreid@medforce.ie
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