Job Description

Deliver a needs-led occupational therapy programme using a range of assessments, treatment approaches and evaluation, based on best available evidence. To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work including the management of the individuals on their caseload, ensuring high standards of clinical care, utilising core occupational therapy skills. Be actively involved in the clinical risk assessment and development of risk management plans for patients and adhere to these. Effectively manage a nominated caseload under supervision.



Adhere to local Forensic and OT Quality Standards, RCOT and HCPC Professional Standards for Occupational Therapy. Successfully time manage and prioritise areas of responsibility. Be an active member of the multi-disciplinary team providing clinical reports as necessary and actively contributing to the Care Programme Approach (CPA) process. Communicate effectively within own service and with other colleagues.



Be actively involved in clinical governance and quality assurance activities as required. Accurately record statistical information. Keep accurate, appropriate and contemporaneous patient records in accordance with the Forensic Information Governance Group and Trust Policy. Undertake administrative tasks as required by the service and the Directorate.



To undertake any other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is 26.40 (standard) or 54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.



You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of 16 per year applies.