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Clair Jones

Associate Case Manager
Qualifications

1994 - London School of Occupational Therapy: DipCot Diploma of College of Occupational Therapists

2011 - York St John University: SLIP Msc Module Supporting Learning in Practice

2013 - Leeds Partnerships NHS Trust: Certificate in First Line Management, Institute of Leadership & Management

2018 - York St John University: Post Graduate Certificate in Coaching & Behaviour Change 2018 Msc Modules studied:

  • Health Coaching
  • Evidence Based Practice
  • Change Management
  • Research Methods.

 

 


Areas Covered

Northern England


Contact

enquiries@cota-cm.com
01772 957510

Profile

Clair is a highly experienced and dynamic Occupational Therapist and Rehabilitation Case Manager with extensive clinical expertise across the NHS, Housing, and Social Care sectors, specialising in Community Rehabilitation, Specialist Equipment, and Housing Adaptations.

In addition to her Occupational Therapy qualification, Clair has undertaken further studies to enhance her practice, including an MSc module supporting learning in Practice, Certificate in First Line Management, Post Graduate Certificate in Coaching & Behaviour Change, and various other Msc Modules including, Health Coaching, Evidence Based Practice, Change Management, Research Methods.

She is proficient in the rehabilitation case management of amputees and individuals with complex orthopaedic injuries, as well as brain injury.

Clair also has experience in leadership, management, education, and research. Passionate about client-centred practice, she is dedicated to supporting clients in reaching their full potential—whether at home, in the workplace, or in their previous roles and leisure activities—while maximising their quality of life.

Registrations & Professional Associations / Accreditations>

  • British Association of Occupational Therapists 
  • British Association of Brain Injury & Complex Case Management (BABICM)
  • Case Management Society UK (CMSUK)
  • Health Professions Council

Specialisms >

  • Amputation
  • Brain Injury
  • Complex Orthopaedic
  • Complex Polytrauma
  • Hand Injuries including digit or partial hand amputations
  • Spinal Injury
  • Upper Limb.

Due Diligence >

  • Current Mandatory Training Certificate and Safeguarding Level 3 Certificate available on request.
  • Full, clear enhanced DBS certificate currently in place & update service details available on request.
  • Professional development reviews and governance/due diligence checks are undertaken annually.
  • Regular training and formal 3 monthly supervision.
  • Ongoing continuous professional development.

Work Experience >

COTA Case Management - April 2025 to Present
Associate Case Manager

3HUB - January 2024 to Present
Independent Case Manager

Corporé - January 2024 to Present
Associate Rehabilitation Case Manager

Thrive Rehabilitation Services - July 2023 to Present
Independent Occupational Therapist

Corporé - 2020 to 2023
Associate Rehabilitation Case Manager

Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Senior Occupational Therapist, Integrated Neighbourhood Teams(Secondment) - 2016 to 2020

Operational Lead, District Nursing Night Service & Community Intravenous Antibiotics Service (Secondment) - 2015 to 2016

Clinical Unit Manager, Community Intermediate Care Unit - 2013 to 2015

Senior Occupational Therapist, Intermediate Care - 2009 to 2013

Harrogate Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - September 2008 to March 2009
Senior Occupational Therapist, Community Rehabilitation Team & Rapid Response

Locum Community Occupational Therapist - 2003 to 2008
Associate Rehabilitation Case Manager
For the following local authorities; Warrington Borough Council, Doncaster Social Services and East-Northeast Leeds Homes Council housing.

Halton Social Services, Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - 1998 to 2003
Community Occupational Therapist

Royal Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust - 1994 to 1998
Basic Grade & Senior II Occupational Therapy rotations

What our clients have to say:

  • "I have worked with both Lauren and Laura on a number of lower limb amputee cases, they are true specialists in this field, with an incomparable experience of working with amputees and securing the very best rehabilitation for them. They know all the main players in the amputee rehabilitation world so their clients get seen by the very best. My clients and I cannot sing their praises enough."

    Peregrine Redgrave | Partner at Stewarts Law

  • "LMC Case Management’s reputation proceeds it as being a leader in the field of Case Management - especially with their specialist work with amputees. Lauren’s passion for clinical excellence and sector leading projects, collaborations and creating needed services and supports within the field."

    Caroline Phelps | Case Manager & Vocational Consultant

  • "Lauren’s expertise in amputation work is unparalleled. She is extremely knowledgeable and well connected, and I’m particularly impressed by her drive and commitment to understand all new developments in the prosthetics industry. She is dedicated to ensure the best possible rehabilitation outcome for all of her clients and will leave no stone unturned to maximise her clients’ potential."

    Richard Biggs | Partner | Irwin Mitchell

  • "I have had the pleasure of working with LMC Case Management services several times over recent years. LMC Case Management’s commitment and interest in their client’s rehabilitation journey has always been at the forefront of their business with patient centred care being paramount. Working with LMC Case Management is always an interactive, well managed and patient focused collaboration, which we look forward to being apart of for many more years."

    Elaine Smith | Prosthetist at Dorset Orthopaedic

  • "‘It is always a pleasure to work in collaboration with Lauren. She is a highly skilled case manager with incredible knowledge and expertise in managing amputee clients, making sure that all areas of the complex prosthetic rehabilitation process are considered. Her dedication, professionalism and passion for her clients is clearly evident in all interactions, and ensures they realise their full rehabilitation potential!’"

    Peter Durkin & Colette Shaw | STEPS Prosthetics

  • "I just want to say thank you so much for everything you have done for me since looking after me. If it wasn't for you advocating for me and fighting my corner these last 3 years, I know I wouldn't be in a position in my recovery as I am now. You have made the whole process a lot easier, and I will be forever grateful for what you have done for me."

    Sarah | A previous client

  • "It’s been my pleasure to work with Lauren on several complex amputee claims. Her assessments are excellent and onward guidance invaluable, putting clients at ease and expertly supporting their rehabilitation goals. I cannot overstate the benefit of having a specialist case manager in a limb loss case, especially someone of Lauren’s experience and ability."

    Matthew Stockwell | Barrister | Exchange Chambers
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