Mental Health

Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist Prison Mental Health Substance Misue

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding new locum opportunity where you can make a real difference? JustOT is currently recruiting for a Band 6 Locum Occupational Therapist to join a prison-based substance misuse service in the West Midlands.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced OT who is confident working within a complex environment and is looking to use their skills to support individuals with meaningful rehabilitation, recovery, and occupational goals.

As a Band 6 Occupational Therapist, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting service users within a custodial setting. You will use your clinical expertise to assess occupational needs, develop personalised interventions, and help individuals build skills and routines that support recovery and future community reintegration.

• Completing occupational assessments and identifying individual strengths, needs, and goals
• Delivering evidence-based OT interventions to support recovery and independence
• Supporting individuals with complex needs, including those affected by substance misuse
• Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals and wider prison services
• Managing a clinical caseload and maintaining high standards of documentation
• Promoting engagement in meaningful occupation and positive lifestyle changes

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Previous experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
• Experience working within mental health, forensic, prison, substance misuse, or complex care settings is desirable
• Strong communication, assessment, and intervention skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment

• Competitive locum rates
• Dedicated specialist consultant support throughout your placement
• Access to a wide range of OT opportunities nationwide
• Flexible working options to suit your career goals