Senior Occupational Therapist

  • Dublin
  • Sanas Community Services Limited
*Who are we? *

Sánas is an exciting and expanding new service providing alternative respite to children age 4-17 years. We are currently establishing and developing an MDT service with a view to commencement later in the year.

For more information on Sánas services please see our website SánasIreland.ie



*Benefits :*

· Competitive pay scale based upon experience, Salaries and increments are paid in accordance with DOH scales

· Flexible hybrid working arrangements (to support work/life balance)

· Manageable Caseload

· Supportive and progressive working environment,

· Continuous Professional Development support

· Refer-a friend Program -€150 per referral

· PRSA Scheme

· Employment Assistance Programme (EAP)

*Overview of the post: *

The Senior Occupational Therapist will work as a member of the Sánas multi-disciplinary team providing services to children from 4-17 years their family members, carers and staff members.

The Senior Occupational Therapist will report to the Director Of Community Services

The Senior Occupational Therapist will be responsible for conducting Assessment of need (AON) where required, along with providing a quality and needs based service including assessment diagnostics, intervention, programme planning, monitoring and ongoing service delivery to children with complex needs.

The Senior Occupational Therapist will be involved in key areas of service development, reporting to the Director of Community Services.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills and be a positive influence on shaping and enhancing Sánas services.



*Contract type: *Full time Permanent 40 hours per week. However candidates interested in Part Time or reduced hours contract will be considered.

*Location: *Option of Service locations in Balbriggan, Finglas and Wicklow.

*Essential Criteria :*
* Hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy recognised by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
* Practitioners must maintain annual CORU registration.
* Must be eligible to work in republic of Ireland
* A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience
* Experience working with children and young persons with complex needs, intellectual disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and acquired brain injury
* Full clean driving licence, use of a car and willingness to travel
* Ability to work in a self-directed manner, prioritising workload
* Effective communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
* Effective planning, organisational and time management skills
* Commitment to continuous professional development
* UpToDate knowledge of relevant developments, changes and best practice within the field of Intellectual Disabilities
* Experience of inter-disciplinary team working.

*Desirable Criteria :*

o Evidence of participation in continuous professional development

o Experience in conducting _Assessment of Needs_

o Postural management and sensory Integration experience

o UpToDate knowledge of health services and trends nationally and internationally

*Informal Enquiries are welcomed by Jennie Wall, Director of Community Services Tel: 0834193661 Email: Jennie@sanasireland.ie*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €59,478.00-€70,033.00 per year

Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee assistance program
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person