Qualified Occupational Therapist

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in Birmingham seeks a compassionate and driven Registered Occupational Therapist to lead the delivery of a discharge pathway pilot for women transitioning from secure care to a community setting. Work collaboratively with a diverse team to develop therapeutic programmes that promote recovery and reduce future hospital admissions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in occupational therapy, leadership experience, and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Join a dedicated team that values compassionate care and diversity.

Benefits

Relocation expenses reimbursement up to £8,000

Comprehensive training programme

Qualifications

• Registered and qualified as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working with women in secure care environments.
• Ability to develop evidence-based therapeutic programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the discharge pathway pilot for women.
• Work with professionals to develop step-down accommodation.
• Support leadership and contribute to service delivery.
• Create and implement therapeutic programmes tailored to needs.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Evidence-based programming

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Occupational Therapist

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, compassionate Registered, Qualified Occupational Therapist to lead and be part of the delivery of a discharge pathway pilot. You will work with a team of professionals to develop a community forensic step-down accommodation for women being discharged from secure care. The pilot aims to extend the inpatient treatment model (the SCALE model within the Women's Secure Blended Service (WSBS)) into a community residential setting, to promote recovery beyond discharge and reduce the need for future admission. The project has funding for a 2-year period. The OT service is a well-resourced department that provides occupational therapy treatment to support women with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental needs to move successfully through their care pathway following discharge from secure care into a community placement.

To support the leadership of a need-led service designing and delivering therapeutic programmes in response to service user need which is evidenced based and outcome measured. To provide leadership within the OT and STR team and service to support wider multi-professional teams in service delivery & development and high-quality care. To contribute to meeting professional, local and service-wide standards. Participate in annual development reviews and reflective practice opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the delivery of the discharge pathway pilot for women being discharged from secure care.
• Work with a team of professionals to develop a community forensic step-down accommodation.
• Support leadership within the OT and STR team and in service delivery with multi-professional teams.
• Develop and deliver therapeutic programmes that are evidence-based and outcome-measured, responding to service user need.
• Contribute to meeting professional, local and service-wide standards and participate in annual development reviews and reflective practice opportunities.

Working for our organisation

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, with areas of high deprivation that create demand for our services. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community.

If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.

Safeguarding and pre-employment checks

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check; however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that, where applicable for your role, you may be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust. The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.

Induction and training

All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust's induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approximately 9–14 hours depending on post) by the end of your second week with us.

Application and sponsorship information

If you are successful at shortlisting we may contact you via email to advise you of interview details. Please check your email account regularly after the position has closed. Our selection process may involve more than one interview or assessment.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, please ensure that you check if this role meets the eligibility criteria for sponsorship. Non-UK/Republic of Ireland candidates may assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here: Browse: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). The minimum salary threshold for Health and Social Care is £25,000 and for the Skilled Worker route is £38,700; if the starting salary is below this, sponsorship may not be possible.

Overseas applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.