Occupational Therapist - Alcohol & Drugs Recovery Service

TN United Kingdom; Greenock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join their Alcohol & Drugs Recovery Service team in Greenock. This role offers the chance to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, focusing on empowering individuals with alcohol or drug dependency. The position emphasizes collaboration and innovation, providing opportunities for professional development and training. You'll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the community, helping clients navigate their recovery journey through tailored interventions. If you're ready to make a difference in a supportive and inclusive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Creative and innovative Band 6 Occupational Therapist with core skills.
• Experience in applying occupational therapy within a recovery framework.

Responsibilities

• Enable clients to self-manage their recovery through functional assessments.
• Collaborate with health and social care professionals in community settings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Occupational Therapy Skills

Functional Assessments

Vocational Rehabilitation

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

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Occupational Therapist - Alcohol & Drugs Recovery Service, Greenock

Client:

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

Location:

Greenock, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The position involves working Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with a pro-rata salary for part-time hours.

We seek a creative, innovative, and experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist confident in core skills to join the multidisciplinary community team for Alcohol & Drugs Recovery Services in Inverclyde. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, along with a collaborative clinical approach. Responsibilities include applying specialist occupational therapy skills within a recovery framework for individuals with alcohol or drug dependency. Key tasks involve enabling clients to self-manage their recovery through techniques such as functional assessments, structuring daily routines, vocational rehabilitation, and facilitating access to leisure, education, and employment through individual and group interventions. The role offers opportunities to collaborate with other health and social care professionals within the integrated ADRS, inpatient and day services, and partner agencies.

During induction, there will be opportunities to spend time with occupational therapy colleagues in Glasgow Addiction services. Engagement with the OT in Addictions Specialist Interest Group is encouraged. The post provides professional support and supervision from the Lead Occupational Therapist, access to training, and protected CPD time.

Further contact details for the Recruitment Service are available within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde values diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture and are proud of our diverse workforce.

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