Admission/Discharge Occupational Therapist

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist to deliver high-quality, recovery-focused services in the Forensic Intensive Recovery Support Team. This role involves supporting therapeutic discharge planning, reducing risk, and promoting reintegration into the community. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills, HCPC registration, and a Diploma in Occupational Therapy. This full-time position offers hybrid working opportunities balanced with home working as needed.

Benefits

Great career development

Ongoing training and support

Work/life balance options

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Member of a professional body and specialist section.
• Trained in the OT model of VdT MoCA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality therapeutic services during transitions.
• Provide tailored occupational therapy interventions.
• Lead therapeutic group programmes focusing on community living.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Risk assessment skills

Education

Diploma in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Admission/Discharge Occupational Therapist

The closing date is 15 December 2025.

The Forensic Intensive Recovery Support Team (FIRST) is seeking a dynamic Occupational Therapist to deliver a high‑quality, recovery‑focused occupational therapy service that supports safe, person‑centred, timely transitions into and out of secure forensic mental health care. The postholder will work collaboratively across inpatient and community settings to facilitate therapeutic discharge planning, reduce risk, and promote reintegration into the community.

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team and work within the Forensic Intensive Recovery and Support Team (FIRST). We are looking for an individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of people who have experienced forensic inpatient services and is committed to the development and delivery of a high quality service and discharge pathway. The ideal candidate is flexible, approachable, and possesses effective communication skills, time management, record‑keeping, and organisational skills, as well as the ability to work well with all members of the multi‑disciplinary team.

FIRST works closely with other forensic services in the West Midlands as part of the REACH OUT partnership, a new provider collaborative. MPUFT's FIRST supports men and women from the northern West Midlands in the process of discharge from forensic inpatient services and works to ensure safe, effective, and successful transitions to the community.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver a high‑quality clinical service that supports safe, person‑centred, timely therapeutic transitions into and out of secure care, promoting recovery, risk reduction, and reintegration into the community.
• Provide a range of occupational therapy interventions tailored to individuals preparing for discharge, working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to address functional needs, risk, and reintegration goals.
• Deliver therapeutic group programmes that focus on skills for community living, relapse prevention, and meaningful occupation post‑discharge.
• Demonstrate leadership and clinical expertise in forensic mental health, contributing to the development and delivery of a modern, recovery‑focused occupational therapy service that spans a wide geographic area.
• Full‑time post with opportunity to work in a hybrid way, with some home working to support work/life balance. A driving licence and access to a car are required.

About us

Come and work with us at our award‑winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non‑clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Before applying for this rewarding and challenging role, we encourage you to view the full job and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Diploma in Occupational Therapy (Dip COT) or equivalent degree and HCPC registration.
• Member of a professional body and specialist section.
• Trained in the OT model of VdT MoCA.

Experience

• Experience working in mental health settings.
• Experience managing and prioritising a clinical caseload.
• Ability to manage complexity and conflict.
• Experience working with challenging behaviour and/or in secure settings.
• Evidence of leading clinical audit.
• Experience with complex discharge coordination.
• Evidence of delivering Occupational Therapy interventions through group and individual work in a variety of settings, e.g. community and patient homes.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of discharge planning processes and community resources.
• Ability to formulate clear clinical treatment plans in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and communicate these to service users, carers, family and team.
• Strong communication, organisational, and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work with clients with complex needs.
• Understanding of developments required to support service change within the specialty.
• Ability to use IT: PowerPoint, Word, internet searches, database spreadsheets.
• Training in relevant assessment tools (e.g., MOHOST, OCAIRS).
• Experience working within multidisciplinary/multi‑agency teams.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and therefore requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (previously known as CRB) check to ensure no previous criminal convictions.

Address

Staffordshire, Shropshire and Wolverhampton