Senior Occupational Therapist - CMB1916e

Cumberland Council; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Occupational Therapist. This role involves delivering person-centred support to adults with care needs in a collaborative environment. Candidates must have a recognized Occupational Therapy qualification and HCPC registration. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification is mandatory.
• HCPC registration required.
• Good understanding of Adults Social Care necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strengths-based assessments and person-centred support.
• Responsible for holistic assessments and support planning.
• Guide and support colleagues as a senior team member.

Skills

Occupational Therapy qualification

HCPC registration

Understanding of Adults Social Care

Job description

Overview

Senior Occupational Therapist – CMB1916e at Cumberland Council. Location: Various locations across Cumbria. Hours: 37 per week. Salary: £42,839 – £44,075 per annum. Contract: Permanent.

Join Cumberland Council as a Senior Occupational Therapist in the Long Term Team and make a real difference in people’s lives across Cumbria. We’re looking for a compassionate and experienced professional to deliver strengths-based assessments and person-centred support to adults with care and support needs. You’ll promote independence and be responsible for holistic assessments, support planning and reviews in accordance with the Care Act, taking a strengths-based approach that promotes individuals’ independence and wellbeing. As a senior member of the team, you’ll guide and support colleagues. You’ll work with adults aged 18+ living in the community with care and support needs, including supporting their informal and formal carers as necessary. You will collaborate with a diverse range of health, social care, and third-sector organisations across the Cumberland Council footprint. You’ll need a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification, HCPC registration, and a good understanding of Adults Social Care. In return, we offer a supportive and forward-thinking environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to be part of a team that values dignity, respect, and community-based care.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career. See the post specification for essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Helen Ball by email at [e-mail].

DBS Checks

This role requires an Enhanced DBS check with Adults Barred List check. This role involves working in regulated activity with adults. It is an offence to apply if barred from such work.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. If you meet one or more of the following criteria, select the appropriate option during your application:

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long-term substantive employer was the armed forces

Equality, Diversity & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We’re a Disability Confident Employer and an Age Friendly Employer. If you need reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please email [e-mail]. We’ll listen and try to accommodate your needs.

Application Information

• Closing date: 12/10/2025
• Interview date: Week of the 20th October

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more: Post Specification; Our Staff Benefits; Candidate Support; About Cumberland Council.