KM214876 - Occupational Therapist - Aberdeen City Older Adult Community Mental Health Team
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NHS Grampian is seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist for the Older Adult Community Mental Health Team in Aberdeen City. We welcome applications from final year Occupational Therapy students due to qualify in summer 2025 (awaiting HCPC registration).
This role involves working with older adults (over 65) experiencing functional and organic mental illnesses. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and Senior Occupational Therapists, conducting specialised assessments and providing interventions through individual and group sessions in the community.
We are committed to improving service quality and patient experience, and fostering a multidisciplinary approach to maintain meaningful skills among our community patients.
Benefits include a comprehensive induction, support for the Preceptorship Programme (for new graduates), participation in a Peer Development Group, regular supervision, and opportunities for personal development through annual reviews and personal development plans.
Experience or interest in mental health is advantageous. A driving license and access to a car are required. Flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary.
An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available.
For informal enquiries:
Angela Pointon: angela.pointon@nhs.scot
Alison McBain: alison.mcbain@nhs.scot (Highly Specialist Occupational Therapists)
Telephone: 01224 557788
NHS Scotland values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Application process:
Complete the application via Jobtrain. Do not upload a CV, as it will not be used for shortlisting. For assistance, visit: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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* Please note: If this post is within the Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will bear all associated costs.
NHS Grampian serves over 500,000 people across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray, committed to a positive, inclusive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values.
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