Senior Community Forensic Practitioner – Band 6

Eput; Billericay; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Pension up to 14.5%

Staff discounts

Relocation package £8K

Season ticket loans

Job summary

EPUT is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Community Forensic Practitioner for the Specialist Community Forensic Team, based in Essex. The role involves care coordination for a small caseload, risk assessments, and developing care plans within a multidisciplinary framework.

You will support discharge planning, liaise with families and agencies, and ensure adherence to the Mental Health Act 1983. A UK driving license and experience in secure settings are preferred.

Qualifications

• RMN with at least 12 months post-qualification experience, or a recognised Social Work qualification, or degree/ diploma in Occupational Therapy.
• At least 12 months' experience at Band 5.
• Good knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983, including conditional discharge.
• Experience in secure services and an HCR-20 qualification would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Act as care coordinator for a small caseload in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Complete risk assessments and risk management plans per EPUT policy with forensic tools like the HCR-20.
• Develop and review individual care plans with service users and families.
• Support the MDT to discharge service users safely and assist readmission when needed.
• Follow Mental Health Act guidance and maintain confidential records.
• Ensure safe medication handling per local guidance.

Skills

Care coordination

Risk assessments

MHA knowledge

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

RMN or Social Work or OT qualification

Tools

HCR-20

Job description

EPUT is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Community Forensic Practitioner for the Specialist Community Forensic Team, based in Essex. The role involves care coordination for a small caseload, risk assessments, and developing care plans within a multidisciplinary framework.

You will support discharge planning, liaise with families and agencies, and ensure adherence to the Mental Health Act 1983. A UK driving license and experience in secure settings are preferred.