Mental Health Support Worker - CJ Liaison & Recovery

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization is looking for a professional to support individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System in Swindon and Wiltshire. The successful candidate will work alongside mental health practitioners, providing assessments, care plans, and support for individuals with vulnerabilities. Essential qualifications include a Level 5 vocational qualification related to mental health. This role emphasizes effective communication, compassion, and a proactive approach to meeting client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable clients and mental health issues.
• Ability to meet identified goals and needs proactively.

Responsibilities

• Work with service users involved with the Criminal Justice System.
• Participate in assessments and delivery of care pathways.
• Maintain communication with service users and external agencies.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Critical decision making

Liaison with other agencies

Education

Level 5 vocational qualification

Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics and English

Job description

A regional health organization is looking for a professional to support individuals involved in the Criminal Justice System in Swindon and Wiltshire. The successful candidate will work alongside mental health practitioners, providing assessments, care plans, and support for individuals with vulnerabilities. Essential qualifications include a Level 5 vocational qualification related to mental health. This role emphasizes effective communication, compassion, and a proactive approach to meeting client needs.