Specialist Children Occupational Therapist
To select, administer and apply a specialist level of analysis to standardised and non-standardised assessments, tools and materials specific to paediatric occupational therapy, in order to provide diagnostic and predictive information and contribute to accurate diagnosis, prognosis and intervention. To use a specialist level of skills in negotiating, agreeing and setting goals with the family and other professionals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely (SMART) and address key occupational performance needs. To monitor, evaluate and modify intervention against set goals in order to measure progress and ensure effectiveness, negotiating new goals where appropriate. To provide varied modes of intervention e.g. group settings, advice / consultation, teaching others. To identify the need and where appropriate assess and plan appropriate management/intervention to meet the assistive technology needs of children (orthotics, equipment for home and school including special seating and postural management, AAC, mobility equipment and environmental controls). To be responsible for ordering, referral, liaison with other agencies and/or joint assessments and appropriate after care such as training, setting up equipment and reviewing progress To undertake risk assessments in relation to children on caseload. To assess for and advise others in determining appropriate and safe use of equipment and to assess the competence of others (school staff, family, carers) to carry out advice regarding safe use of equipment. To address consent throughout involvement with a child and aim to work co-operatively with parents, teaching staff and other professionals. To work with families from a variety of social, economical and cultural backgrounds and respond appropriately to clients needs. To work with families and children with additional vulnerability and provide appropriate support (e.g. Children in care, children with terminal illness /degenerative conditions, child protection, challenging behaviours). To adapt own style of communication to meet the differing needs of children and families e.g. use of an interpreter, sign language, uncomplicated language or pictures and symbols. To record and maintain all client contact information and data in client files or on electronic recording system in an accurate and contemporaneous manner, adhering to local and national policies and guidance.
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