Occupational Therapist – Employment & Wellbeing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Provide specialized vocational rehabilitation assistance to participants facing health, disability, neurodiversity, or wellbeing challenges.

• Evaluate functional capabilities and the effects of physical and mental health issues on employment and work readiness.

• Perform vocational and functional assessments, creating customized interventions and support plans.

• Design work capability profiles, return-to-work strategies, and recommendations for workplace adjustments.

• Develop and implement rehabilitation, adaptation, and workplace support strategies that enhance employment outcomes.

• Assist participants in establishing realistic employment objectives and advancing towards sustainable job placements.

• Create workplace-specific in-work support plans to facilitate job retention and sustainability.

• Utilize professional judgment and strong clinical reasoning to identify risks, barriers, and opportunities.

• Offer specialized advice and guidance to colleagues regarding vocational rehabilitation and workplace modifications.

• Engage in multidisciplinary triage processes and specialist pathway allocation.

• Foster effective relationships with employers, stakeholders, and partner organizations.

• Keep precise records, reports, and evidence requirements in accordance with quality and contractual standards.

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team alongside Employment Advisors and Wellbeing Specialists.

• Assist participants in building confidence, managing obstacles, and preparing for sustainable employment.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active UK professional registration.

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist, or another registered health professional with relevant experience in vocational rehabilitation, occupational health, return-to-work, or employment support.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong clinical reasoning abilities.

• Empathy, professionalism, and a person-centred approach.

• Dedication to providing high-quality assessments and customer experiences.

• Experience in supporting individuals with complex health, disability, or wellbeing needs.

• Proficiency in report writing, assessments, and action planning.

• Skilled in Microsoft 365.

• Subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults.

• Awareness of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

🏝️ Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and a Birthday Day off (with the option to purchase an additional 5 days).

• 2 Volunteer Days.

• Pension plan with 5% Employee and 5% Employer contributions.

• Healthcare Cash Plan, including life assurance at 3x salary.

• Annual salary review.

• Refer a Friend Scheme.

• Free access to Benefit Hub, featuring retail discounts, a Cycle to Work Scheme, and additional voluntary benefits.

• Professional supervision, continuing professional development (CPD), and ongoing development opportunities.

• Structured support and supervision.

• Employee-owned organization.