Occupational Therapist - Community Mental Health Services

Occupational Therapist – Community Mental Health Services

Employer – NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is a large healthcare system employing around 40,000 staff to deliver acute, primary, community and mental health care to a population of over 1.15 million. This role is a full‑time, permanent post within a multi‑disciplinary Adult Community Mental Health Team. Effective 1 April 2026 the full‑time working hours for all Agenda for Change posts will be reduced to 36 hours.

Responsibilities – Provide occupational therapy assessment and treatment for individuals and groups residing in south Glasgow; act as key worker to clients with complex mental health difficulties; participate in service developments; recommend interventions to facilitate safe and independent living; support clients through day structure including vocational rehabilitation, leisure access and education; undertake clinical and professional supervision of Occupational Therapy students and staff.

Qualifications – Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy with current HCPC registration; PVG Scheme membership / Scotland Check disclosure; driving licence desirable; excellent verbal and written communication skills; collaborative clinical style; well‑developed knowledge of care of adults with mental health issues and appropriate interventions.

Professional Development – Receive professional support and supervision from the Lead Occupational Therapist; access appropriate training; maintain continued professional development.

Contact – Fiona Brown, Lead Occupational Therapist –
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Equal Opportunities – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of a diverse workforce. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has pledged commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.