Impactful Liaison & Diversion Practitioner (Band 6)

East London NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Band 6 Liaison and Diversion Practitioner to assess individuals engaging with the criminal justice system. This role involves working across multiple locations and collaborating with other agencies. Ideal candidates will have experience with vulnerable populations and excel in risk assessment and report writing. The position requires shifts including weekends and aims to make a positive impact on the lives of those served by the trust.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals in contact with criminal justice.
• Ability to assess mental health and learning disabilities.
• Capacity to work autonomously and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality screening and assessment of individuals.
• Work across various assessment locations including police custody and courts.
• Collaborate with partner agencies and other service users.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable populations

Excellent report writing

Ability to establish rapport

Understanding of risk management

Education

Social Worker or Mental Health Nurse or Learning Disability Nurse qualification

Job description

A health service provider in the United Kingdom seeks a Band 6 Liaison and Diversion Practitioner to assess individuals engaging with the criminal justice system. This role involves working across multiple locations and collaborating with other agencies. Ideal candidates will have experience with vulnerable populations and excel in risk assessment and report writing. The position requires shifts including weekends and aims to make a positive impact on the lives of those served by the trust.