Mental Health Practitioner
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a forward thinking and motivated mental health practitioner to work within the Police and court services across north and central London sites which is part of Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health Trust. The post holder will provide an all age autonomous screening and assessment service at the respective sites; respond professionally to requests for information and assistance; utilise their discretion as an independent professional and understand the importance of partnership working within the police and court services. A strong awareness of the care pathway for vulnerable children and adults is essential when undertaking the mental health practitioner role within Liaison and Diversion services.
Our service passionately believes in the importance of quality improvement which is about creating a culture where everyone has a voice and where service users and staff work together to make a difference for those whom are most in need of the service.
Main duties of the job
You will be able to undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments; develop effective risk management plans, provide brief interventions and be confident in signposting individuals whom come through the range of services and require follow up outside of the scope of Liaison and Diversion services. Knowledge of broader mental health services is important in delivering this role in an effective manner and there is an emphasis on working with other professional disciplines, sharing knowledge and skills whilst advocating for the service user. Understanding of relevant legislation is important to this role.
The post holder will have a strong awareness of confidentiality and information sharing guidelines at all times. This information may be both complex and sensitive and require excellent communication and negotiation skills to provide the service as an autonomous and independent senior practitioner within these environments. The applicant will be responsible for assessment of information in partnership with the criminal justice system and other agencies to determine the level of risk to people with mental health issues or other vulnerabilities.
Please note interviews will take place on 11 April 2022.
About us
This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the further evolution and development of an established service that is progressive and supportive of its staff. You will receive ongoing professional support and development in this exciting and challenging area of work.
Please note that as this role is working alongside police additional high-level security vetting is a requirement of the role. The role will require security clearance to SC level with the Metropolitan Police Service and / or the British Transport Police. Full DBS clearance will be required for this position.
The successful candidate would ideally start as soon as possible following interview, successful employment checks and vetting.
Details
Date posted
08 March 2022
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,768 to £46,124 a year per annum inclusive of Inner London HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
306-SS064-GR
Job locations
Police Marine Unit
98 - 102 Wapping High Street
Wapping
E1W 2NE
Employer details
Employer name
Barnet, Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust
Address
Police Marine Unit
98 - 102 Wapping High Street
Wapping
E1W 2NE
Employer's website
http://www.beh-mht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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