Occupational Therapy News July 2020 | Page 2

Apply to join the RCOT Publications Group as a social care member The RCOT Publications Group (RPG) provides a quality assurance role in reviewing proposals and drafts of resources produced by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, its branches and in collaboration with other organisations. Members bring RPG their expertise and specialism to the review of documents for publication. The RPG meets twice a year with some work between meetings reviewing documents as required. RPG has an opportunity available for a member working in social care. Joining RPG offers an excellent learning opportunity for members to support professional development and links to the RCOT Career Development Framework (RCOT 2017). Membership also contributes towards the Health and Care Professions Council’s requirements for CPD as it is a professional activity supporting the professional body. We’re looking for applicants who fit the following criteria: • Member of RCOT; • Work in a social care setting; • Have experience of developing professional documentation and evidence-based practice; • Work in a role equivalent to Band 7 minimum. The term of office is for three years and will start in September 2020. The successful applicant will be invited to observe the next meeting on Monday 28 September 2020. The closing date for applications is Thursday 30 July 2020 To find out more about applying for the opportunity please contact Yailin Acosta [email protected] or call 0203 141 4629 N208