Criminal Justice Mental Health Liaison & Triage

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; St Asaph; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is seeking a Criminal Justice Liaison Practitioner to join our established team. The post requires professional registration (RMN, RMNLD or Dip SW) and involves mental health triage assessments for adults in contact with the criminal justice system, across police custody, courts and related services.

The role blends face-to-face and telephone assessments, working closely with North Wales Police and other criminal justice partners to access

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent and well-developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to team working and multi-disciplinary practice.
• Ability to communicate complex information under pressure.
• Welsh language ability is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clinical mental health and risk assessments in settings including police custody and court.
• Provide telephone-based assessments and support to individuals; coordinate with agencies and carers.
• Offer specialist advice on services to meet complex mental health needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team working

Multidisciplinary working

Professional practice

Risk assessment

Welsh language ability

Education

RMN/RNLD or Dip SW

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is seeking a Criminal Justice Liaison Practitioner to join our established team. The post requires professional registration (RMN, RMNLD or Dip SW) and involves mental health triage assessments for adults in contact with the criminal justice system, across police custody, courts and related services.

The role blends face-to-face and telephone assessments, working closely with North Wales Police and other criminal justice partners to access