Liaison & Diversion Health Practitioner – Band 6

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Band 6 Practitioner for the Liaison & Diversion Team in Staffordshire. This role involves conducting holistic health assessments, providing reports to courts, and assessing service users' needs. Applicants must hold a recognized professional qualification and possess knowledge of mental health issues and the criminal justice system. The position offers opportunities for ongoing training and career development. Applicants must have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to the application.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified in mental health nursing, social work, or relevant therapy.
• Demonstrated experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic health assessments in Liaison and Diversion.
• Provide reports for court as required.
• Assess service users' individual needs and make referrals.

Skills

Knowledge of mental health issues

Knowledge of Criminal Justice System

Specialist knowledge in substance misuse

Specialist knowledge in Autism and ADHD

Specialist knowledge in Personality Disorder

Specialist knowledge in Domestic Violence

Education

Professional recognised qualification (RMN, RGN, etc.)

Degree qualification in relevant subject

Job description

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Band 6 Practitioner for the Liaison & Diversion Team in Staffordshire. This role involves conducting holistic health assessments, providing reports to courts, and assessing service users' needs. Applicants must hold a recognized professional qualification and possess knowledge of mental health issues and the criminal justice system. The position offers opportunities for ongoing training and career development. Applicants must have lived in the UK for 3 years prior to the application.