Occupational therepist support worker

Question

i have applied for a job as an occupational therapist support worker,could you please indicate the main points that the interviewee,will be looking for ,also what will the job entail.

Answer 1

Occupational therapy is the assessment and treatment of physical and psychiatric conditions using specific, purposeful activity to prevent disability and promote independent function in all aspects of daily life.

Occupational therapists work in hospital and various community settings. They may visit clients and their carers at home to monitor their progress. When a course of therapy is completed, the therapist will analyse how effective it has been.

Occupational therapists work with young children, adolescents, adults and older people.

In these areas:

    * physical rehabilitation

    * mental health services

    * learning disability

    * primary care

    * paediatrics

    * environmental adaptation

    * care management

    * equipment for daily living

    * research posts

You need five GCSE passes and at least two, (usually three) A levels. A science subject at A’ level is sometimes required. Alternatives to A levels are also considered, such as an approved access course, VCE and Scottish qualifications.

Demand for occupational therapists in health and social services is strong and growing.

Answer 2

I am not sure what the job involves but you would need to demonstrate a number of skills. You would need to prove an ability to relate to all age groups, from the very young to the very old and a level of sympathy for a variety of conditions without being judgemental. Competence in organisational skills and to make notes. Hope this helps -- oh and an ability to spell therepist as "therapist" might just sway it.