Overview
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
This is a part-time post of 18.75 hours per week with a shift pattern of Monday to Friday. This is a fixed-term post for 12 months. Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Occupational Therapist (Band 5)
Renfrewshire Occupational Therapy Community Mental Health Services.
* HCPC Registration is essential.
Responsibilities
* Be a creative and innovative Occupational Therapist who is confident in core skills and able to work as part of the Renfrewshire Occupational Therapy Community Mental Health Services.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and negotiation skills; a collaborative clinical style is essential.
* Carry out care management/key worker responsibilities for clients with severe and/or enduring mental health difficulties.
* Provide specialist occupational therapy assessment and treatment for both individuals and groups.
* Make recommendations to facilitate safe and independent living.
* Support clients with recovery through structure to their day, including vocational rehabilitation, access to leisure and education, and employability through individual and group work.
* Be part of a dedicated OT MH service led by a Team Lead with Band 6/5 staff.
* Receive professional support and supervision from a senior Specialist Occupational Therapist and gain access to training with protected CPD time.
Requirements and Qualifications
* HCPC Registration is essential.
Support and Team
* You will be supported by a dedicated Occupational Therapy MH service and receive supervision from a senior Specialist Occupational Therapist.
Contact for Further Information
For further information contact: Kirsty Davidson, Occupational Therapy Team Lead, at Kirsty.davidson@ggc.scot.nhs.uk. Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
Equality and Inclusion
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Armed Forces Covenant
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer and supports applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Application Integrity
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other third-party assistance to generate or significantly modify responses is discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work.
Application Support
For application portal support, please contact the Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
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