Overview
Enthusiastic and confident person required to join our Community Mental Health team, working alongside our Specialist Occupational Therapist. This part-time post is based in Dunoon, Argyll but covers the whole Cowal & Bute locality. Some flexibility in working day/hours may be possible.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist the Qualified Occupational Therapist to provide meaningful and rehabilitation activities.
* Deliver group and individual sessions.
* Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Qualifications and Experience
* O' Level, Standard Grade / National 4 English (or equivalent).
* HNC in Occupational Therapy Support or demonstrable equivalent training (e.g., SVQ 3). If HNC not obtained, candidates should show willingness to undertake the distance learning HNC.
* Understanding of Occupational Therapy, excellent communication skills, and ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Experience in a mental health setting desirable.
* Positive attitude toward people with mental health problems and recovery-focused care.
* Experience working with the Model of Human Occupation desirable.
* Prior experience of dealing with people in a health/social care/teaching setting and practical and creative skills useful.
Training, Support and Supervision
Training, support and supervision will be provided.
Benefits
* Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours, with part-time hours pro-rated accordingly. An increase in the hourly rate will ensure that pay remains unaffected.
* We welcome Gaelic speakers.
Eligibility & Sponsorship
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Citizen or a NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Equal Opportunity Statement
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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