Criminal Justice L&D Liaison & Diversion Practitioner

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Liaison and Diversion Practitioner to join the L&D Service. The post covers Nottingham City and County, with 7-day shifts at custody suites and courts from 8am to 6:30pm, delivering liaison, advocacy and short-term support to individuals entering the criminal justice system.

We welcome applicants who are qualified RMN/RNLD, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with experience of mental health needs, and a commitment to engaging

Qualifications

• Qualified RMN/RNLD, Occupational Therapist/AHP or Social Worker with experience of mental health problems, including complex presentations/engagement issues.

Responsibilities

• Assess and formulate initial care plans within the time frames of the PACE clock in custody.
• Carry a community caseload and collaboratively work with service users and agencies to support engagement.
• Liaise with health, social care and criminal justice partners to develop pathways and share information to ensure safe care.
• Provide awareness training for a range of services and agencies within the Criminal Justice Pathway.

Skills

RMN/RNLD

Occupational Therapist/AHP

Social Worker

Job description

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Liaison and Diversion Practitioner to join the L&D Service. The post covers Nottingham City and County, with 7-day shifts at custody suites and courts from 8am to 6:30pm, delivering liaison, advocacy and short-term support to individuals entering the criminal justice system.

We welcome applicants who are qualified RMN/RNLD, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with experience of mental health needs, and a commitment to engaging