Board members:
Are you someone interested in contributing to the future of the profession, enjoy debate and see the bigger picture? The boards are looking for people who can:
- think strategically
- are politically aware, committed to best practice
- able to represent the profession
There is a Country board for each of the four UK nations. Membership is a valuable opportunity for RCOT members in practice to influence the profession and provide strategic leadership on matters related to policy, practice and membership. It’s also a great CPD opportunity.
The boards’ key roles are:
- Providing strategic direction and leadership by advising on emerging issues and the implications these will have for the profession
- Supporting the influencing of the country parliament/assembly, local government and other key stakeholders
- Promoting the value of the unique contribution of occupational therapy to policy makers and stakeholders
- Acting as ambassadors and agents of change
- Supporting RCOT members
Boards normally meet three times a year within their country and travel expenses are reimbursed by RCOT. Term of office is three years commencing 13 June 2018.
This year there are the following vacancies:
Northern Ireland: 3 Scotland: 1 Wales:2
Applications within Northern Ireland would be especially welcome from occupational therapists in the South Eastern and Western Health and Social Care Trusts.
Application deadline: Friday 18 May 2018.
To find out more contact:
- Northern Ireland: Lorinda Sharkey Lorinda.Sharkey@rcot.co.uk
- Scotland: Caroline Hill Caroline.Hill@rcot.co.uk
- Wales: Ann O’Hagan AnnMarie.O'Hagan@rcot.co.uk