Occupational Therapist: Prison Rehabilitation & Independence

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our prison healthcare team. You will provide specialist OT assessments and interventions for individuals with complex health needs within a secure custodial setting, promoting recovery and meaningful occupation.

As part of a 24-hour integrated healthcare service, you will collaborate with mental health professionals, primary care, and prison staff to deliver holistic, person-centred care and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
• Experience supporting individuals with physical and mental health needs.
• Ability to work in a custodial/prison environment and promote rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for individuals with complex needs.
• Develop and implement person-centred treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions on an individual and group basis.
• Support daily living activities, cognition, and emotional wellbeing.
• Contribute to risk assessment and management processes.
• Facilitate engagement in meaningful occupation and education.
• Support continuity of care during discharge and transition.

Skills

Occupational therapy experience

Environment adaptation

Education

Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

Job description

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our prison healthcare team. You will provide specialist OT assessments and interventions for individuals with complex health needs within a secure custodial setting, promoting recovery and meaningful occupation.

As part of a 24-hour integrated healthcare service, you will collaborate with mental health professionals, primary care, and prison staff to deliver holistic, person-centred care and