JOB SUMMARY

Nua Healthcare Services provide specialized residential, respite and day services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, chromosomal disorders, acquired brain injury, mental health difficulties and behaviours that challenge, with designated centres and community based mental health residences based across Ireland.
To meet the ongoing expansion of the service, we are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified Basic Grade Occupational Therapist interested in joining Nua Healthcare’s Occupational Therapy team. The role is a hybrid model of working with opportunities to work from home, in our offices based in Littleisland, County Cork, or Naas Co. Kildare and conduct assessment and intervention in Nua Healthcare Centres as required.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Complete any mandatory trainings assigned through Nua Healthcare’s Learning Management System
• Attending internal/external conferences/ courses relevant to practice
• Participate in and follow up on actions set or learnings identified from clinical supervision and performance appraisals

QUALIFICATION:

• Hold a Degree/ Masters in Occupational Therapy from a 3rd level institution offering a programme of study accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists.
• Be registered with CORU or show proof of pending registration at application stage.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of individual care planning and experience contributing to individual risk assessment.

EXPERIENCE:

• Post-qualification work experience as an Occupational Therapist within disability services/ mental health services.
• Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development (CPD).
• Experience in the implementation of sensory integration approaches with a recognised sensory integration course completed.

SKILLS:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and judgement.
• Have excellent communication and team-working skills.
• Have excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a self-directed manner in a dynamic fast paced environment.
  

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Please refer the Job description for details