Job summary
This post offers a unique opportunity to be part of the expansion of a newly developed service to deliver Primary Care assessments and interventions as part of Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTR) in the Criminal Justice System, as directed by courts in the North East. This service works alongside CNTW's well-established Criminal Justice Liaison and Diversion Team (CJLD), which has an excellent reputation with courts, police and probation partners in identifying those with such needs and signposting to relevant services. This team provides direct treatment intervention for those requiring primary care interventions with the aim of minimising delays for people in accessing appropriate services.
The post will be of interest to those with experience in delivering psychological treatment under supervision including Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners who have completed the initial training qualification. Mental Health professionals eligible for a B5 job and with a qualification in an accredited therapy might also find this development of interest.
There is access to support to assist with future career planning and the successful applicant will access CPD opportunities within the CJLD, wider secure care services and across CNTW.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will provide assessment within the court environment and deliver primary care interventions alongside Probation colleagues as directed by care plans agreed by the Principal Psychologist/Clinical Lead who will provide clinical supervision and day to day management. Specialist CBT supervision is also available in order to maintain accreditation.
We are looking to recruit a practitioner with experience of providing psychological interventions to cover the North East court footprints within Northumberland, Tyne and Wear. The Practitioner will conduct assessments, develop care plans and deliver primary care interventions.
Experience of working within or an interest in the Criminal Justice System will be beneficial to this role.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date: 6th August2024
Closing date : 20th August 2024
Please note that the vacancy may close early if there are sufficient applicants.
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date: 6th August2024
Closing date : 20th August 2024
Please note that the vacancy may close early if there are sufficient applicants.
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential
- Qualification from a BPS accredited PWP Programme
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties.
- Able to write clear reports and letters.
- Knowledge of common mental health problems.
- Knowledge of low intensity, evidence- based interventions.
- Knowledge of the issues surrounding work, meaningful activity, social inclusion, and the impact it can have on mental health
Desirable
- An interest or experience in working within the Criminal Justice system.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to conduct thorough assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans based on low-intensity interventions.
- Ability to assess risk and develop appropriate risk management plans.
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential
- Qualification from a BPS accredited PWP Programme
Desirable
- Training in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapy.
- Psychology or other health related undergraduate degree.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties.
- Able to write clear reports and letters.
- Knowledge of common mental health problems.
- Knowledge of low intensity, evidence- based interventions.
- Knowledge of the issues surrounding work, meaningful activity, social inclusion, and the impact it can have on mental health
Desirable
- An interest or experience in working within the Criminal Justice system.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Ability to conduct thorough assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans based on low-intensity interventions.
- Ability to assess risk and develop appropriate risk management plans.
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
