Forensic Liaison & Diversion Mental Health Practitioner

South West London & St George's Mental Health NHS Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner for their Forensic Liaison and Diversion Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support vulnerable individuals in the criminal justice system. The role requires background checks and offers a rota system covering police custody and magistrates court. Applicants must have resided in the UK for at least 3 years and have no criminal convictions that affect employment.

Qualifications

• Required to have resided in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Clear criminal record and no police involvement.
• Ability to work in high-pressure settings.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in the criminal justice system with mental health vulnerabilities.
• Work on a rota system covering police custody and court.
• Provide early intervention and support to reduce re-offending.

Job description

A leading mental health service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner for their Forensic Liaison and Diversion Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support vulnerable individuals in the criminal justice system. The role requires background checks and offers a rota system covering police custody and magistrates court. Applicants must have resided in the UK for at least 3 years and have no criminal convictions that affect employment.