R1; LF Specialist Occupational Therapist

Job Title

Specialist (Band
6) Occupational Therapist – North Edinburgh Older People’s Community Mental Health Team

This is a full‑time, permanent position within a multidisciplinary team that supports adults aged 65 and over who have a diagnosed mental health problem, live with dementia, or are questioning a dementia diagnosis. The role involves assessment, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation to help clients maintain independence and remain at home, as well as providing advice and support to natural support networks.

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments for older adults with mental health needs.
• Design and deliver therapeutic interventions and rehabilitation programmes tailored to each client.
• Advise families and carers, empowering natural support networks.
• Collaborate with other health professionals to influence OT contribution within the OPMH and EHSCP framework.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical documentation.

• Registered Occupational Therapist with a valid PVG Scheme membership/record for the required regulatory group (child and/or adult). If not a current PVG member, successful applicants must have an application made to Disclosure Scotland and a satisfactory record before starting.
• Demonstrated experience in older‑adult or dementia care setting, preferably within a community mental health environment.
• Commitment to working with adults over 65 and a passion for the OT profession.
• Flexibility to accommodate secondments, job share, or other adjustments.

Jennifer Simpson, Lead Occupational Therapist, OPMH CMHT North
Phone:
Email: jennifer.simpson8t