Occupational Therapy Assistant – Bon Accord Care Full Time

Job Description

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this linkand the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we’re looking for. If you are new to the caring profession you should check to see if it is the career for you by going to http://www.aquestionofcare.org.ukand trying their interactive video challenge.

Location:  Various Locations across Aberdeen
Duration:  Permanent.  Full Time 

Job Purpose:
Throughout Aberdeen city you will lead and participate in the provision of a high standard of person centred care and support for service users in a range of accommodation settings, including their own homes. You will contribute to the organisation and development of the team and service to promote good outcomes for service users and their carers.

Requirements

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

Qualification required by SSSC SVQ 3 (no registration requirement for OTA staff)
Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme Record (PVG) or willing to become a scheme member
To have registered or undertaken registration with the SSSC where applicable
PDA in supervision or willingness to work towards

Responsibilities

The post holder is expected to demonstrate an understanding / experience of:

The Health and Care Sector and the principles of providing care and support

Adult Support and Protection legislation

Health and safety in the workplace

Assessments, reviews and support planning

Supervision Skills

Organisational and Planning Skills

The Individual

Please see Job Profile for further details