County Dementia Outreach Service Occupational Therapist

at  Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

You must be a registered Occupational Therapist, be registered with HCPC and must have experience and knowledge of working with those living with dementia in a health or social care setting. You should have sound understanding of the relationship between physical health and its impact on mental health. You’ll have excellent understanding of the Mental Capacity Act including DoLS. Thorough risk assessment skills and excellent communication skills are imperative to the role as is the confidence to challenge and raise quality concerns if required.
We would welcome applications from experienced Occupational Therapists, including those that have retired and wanting to return back to the profession. In return, we will offer you a range of benefits for Making A Difference with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, including: Up to 33 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)Flexible workingGenerous NHS pension schemeEnhanced maternity and sick payComprehensive induction and trainingCommitment to career developmentWide range of training and development opportunitiesWorking in a supportive environmentRetail discountsRegular support and clinical supervision including CPD opportunities In addition to the above benefits, The Mental Health Services for Older People Occupational Therapy service offers regular monthly forums on wide range of topics to promote continuous personal development and staff support. You will also have access to a Band 7 Occupational Therapy Clinical Specialist and an Allied Health Professional Lead for specialist advice and support. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.If this sounds like the job for you then we would welcome an informal chat or insight visit

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