Basic Grade Occupational Therapist

St John of God Kerry Services provides a range of programmes and services for adults and children with an intellectual disability throughout the Kerry region. A person-centered approach to service delivery is promoted in accordance with the Organisations values and ethos and in keeping with its commitment to the continuing development of community based services. If you are looking for a new exciting challenge and share best practice, the following role might be of interest: Basic Grade Occupational Therapist – Adult Services(Permanent Contract of Employment – HSE Consolidated Pay Scale) The successful candidate will manage and develop an innovative occupational therapy programmes and supports that will enable each individual to access community opportunities in accordance with the principles of National Standards for Services and Supports for Adults with Disabilities. The successful candidate must have: ·        Be registered, or be eligible for registration, as an Occupational Therapist by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU.·        Minimum of 1 year work experience as an Occupational Therapist and desired experience working in the area of Intellectual Disability.·        Have worked as a member of a multidisciplinary team.·        Professional knowledge in the area of Posture and Seating management, independent skills and community living.·        Experience of supporting individuals who present with behaviors of concern and challenge is desirable.·        The successful candidate must be flexible, innovative and have excellent communication, interpersonal and effective caseload management skills.·        Demonstrate evidence of continued commitment to professional development.·        A full clean driver’s license for manual vehicles is essential. Interested candidates should apply by forwarding a Cover letter and Curriculum Vita, including written explanation for any gaps in employment. Shortlisting will be based on information that candidates provide in their application in line with above requirements. A panel may be formed from this campaign from which further vacancies which may arise during the lifetime of the panel will be filled. Informal enquiries to Nita Desai (087) 1264656 or Emma Potter (087) 2859904 Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 05th April 2024