Job Title: Occupational Therapy Professional
Orange Recruitment is seeking a passionate and skilled Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join our interdisciplinary team supporting inclusive education across primary, post-primary, and special school settings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement inclusive education strategies and interventions that promote student participation and occupational wellbeing in schools.
* Collaborate with senior OTs to develop interdisciplinary resources for schools and staff.
* Engage in in-school collaboration with teachers, including coaching and mentoring.
* Review and evaluate interventions using current occupational therapy literature.
* Maintain accurate clinical notes, outcomes, and service statistics.
* Manage and maintain service equipment and identify equipment needs.
* Work collaboratively with regional colleagues, HSE OTs, NEPS psychologists, and other professionals.
* Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice with senior therapy staff.
* Uphold professional standards in line with CORU guidelines.
* Support student therapists and contribute to staff training.
* Provide support to parents/legal guardians as appropriate.
Eligibility Criteria:
* Candidates must hold a qualification in Occupational Therapy approved by the Occupational Therapy Registration Board at CORU.
* Be registered as an Occupational Therapist by the CORU Registration Board.
Desirable Criteria:
* Candidates should have post-qualification experience working as a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist.
* Be able to describe how OT supports are delivered in schools as part of a multi-tiered model of support.
* Have experience in delivering presentations.
* Demonstrate high-level interpersonal skills and the ability to work within teams.
* Be proficient in the use of relevant technology.
* Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Show personal commitment, integrity, reflective skills, and an ethical approach to work.
* Have knowledge of the Irish educational system.
* Be capable of liaising and collaborating with other professionals and disciplines.
* Be able to write reports as required.
What We Offer:
* A collaborative and supportive working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
* The chance to make a meaningful impact on students' educational experiences and wellbeing.