Staff Grade Occupational Therapist (Disabilities)

Job Title: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist - Adult Disability Services

Location: Ballyminnion, Co. Longford
Contract Type: Full-time, 6-month agency contract
Salary: In line with HSE Pay Scales

Are you a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist looking to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities?

Do you have experience with complex seating/positioning needs?

A well supported HSE Adult Disability Team in Longford is recruiting a motivated and committed Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for an OT with recent experience in a similar role who is keen to build on their clinical expertise within a supportive service.

Job Purpose:

The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will work as part of a multidisciplinary adult disability team, providing client-centred occupational therapy interventions to adults with intellectual disabilities. The role focuses on promoting independence, participation, and quality of life through evidence-based assessment and intervention, under the guidance and supervision of senior colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out occupational therapy assessments to identify service users' needs, strengths, and goals
• Plan, implement, and evaluate individualised intervention programmes to support daily living skills, independence, and community participation
• Apply evidence-based occupational therapy approaches to address physical, sensory, cognitive, and functional challenges
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HSE standards and policies
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team
• Participate in team meetings, service development initiatives, and ongoing professional development
• Engage in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice

Essential Requirements:

• CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Minimum of one year post-qualification experience, with recent experience working in a similar staff-grade role.
• Experience specifically with complex seating/positioning needs is essential.
• Recent experience in adult disability or intellectual disability services is essential
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Full clean driver's licence and access to a car, as this is a community-based role

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary in line with HSE pay scales
• Ongoing clinical supervision and structured support
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• A rewarding role within a supportive and well-established adult disability service

Next Steps:

If you are a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist with recent relevant experience and an interest in adult disability services, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Charlene Cooke at or call +353 89 945 5139.

Reference: EXCLCHAR