KM203447 - Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

NHS Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Band 7 Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist for the Aberdeen City Integrated Drug and Alcohol Service. This role involves delivering occupation-centred assessments and treatments, focusing on health inequalities and recovery from substance use issues. The ideal candidate will have experience with marginalized communities and be registered with the HCPC. An attractive relocation allowance is available.

Benefits

Relocation allowance up to £8,000

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience with marginalized communities and complex needs.
• Understanding of occupational perspective on health and recovery.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of occupation-centred assessment and treatment.
• Robust data gathering and outcome measures.
• Work with the Aberdeen City Integrated Drug and Alcohol Service.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Data gathering

Understanding health inequalities

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

KM203447 - Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and innovative Band 7 Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to work with the Aberdeen City Integrated Drug and Alcohol Service (DAS).

This post involves the delivery of occupation-centred assessment and treatment, underpinned by a population-based, public health perspective. The role includes robust data gathering and outcome measures aligned with an occupation-focused model.

The Aberdeen City DAS team is supportive and approachable, comprising a Consultant Psychiatrist, specialists in psychology, community nurses, and social workers.

The post holder should have relevant experience working as an Occupational Therapist with marginalized communities and individuals with complex needs, including co-morbid health problems. An understanding of how an occupational perspective can positively impact health inequalities, health, wellbeing, and recovery from substance use issues is essential.

Applicants interested in part-time work, secondment, or job sharing will be considered. The role requires travel; therefore, holding a full driving license is essential.

Applicants must be registered with the HCPC.

An attractive relocation allowance of up to £8,000 is available.

Interviews are scheduled for Monday, 9th June 2025.

For informal enquiries, contact Anya Kennedy, Division Lead Occupational Therapist, at [e-mail].

NHS Scotland promotes equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.