Job summary
We are looking for you to join our Hampshire Liaison and Diversion team. You will have a keen interest in Liaison and Diversion and a passion about supporting our service users as they make their way through police custody, court and up to prison.
We are a dynamic, people-centred team who are looking for some who is passionate about health outcomes for those making their way through the criminal justice system.
With a reputation for excellence, our service is committed to improving the health of our clients, identifying care pathways, and reducing reoffending.
Recognised with a number of awards, including a Thames Valley/Hampshire Constabulary Police Commendation, Berkshire Healthcare 'Team of the Year' and runner-up for the Howard League for Penal Reform 'Liaison and Diversion Service of the Year'.
We value our employees and put people first. We achieved an 'Outstanding' rating overall in our latest CQC inspection, which found that: 'Managers across Berkshire Healthcare promoted a positive culture that supported and valued staff, creating a sense of common purpose based on shared values.
Main duties of the job
About the Job
- Monday -Friday 9am-5pm based primarily within court settings, but also meeting service users within the community
- You will support people within court and custody settings who are typically hard to engage, you will talk to families and friends, to gain a holistic understanding of the client's circumstances and facilitate their access to support services, providing individualised support with practical problems or difficulties that may be affecting their health and wellbeing.
- An empathetic advocate of service users, you will promote their rights and responsibilities, building a rapport, whilst maintaining appropriate and transparent boundaries. You will be emotionally resilient, able to cope with people potentially displaying challenging behaviour and distressing situations
- To provide help and advice to service users that includes housing, social isolation and exclusion, education, debt management and employment problems etc.
- To provide the court with written and verbal information pertaining to the individual in a timely fashion to inform disposal
- To work closely and build links with all referring agencies within the custody suite, court and probation acting as a single point of contact for health
- To work autonomously, with the ability to organise and manage own time according to delegated workload
About us
Travel for work
You will be expected to travel across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight as required and to facilitate this we will support with the following:
- Parking is provided for staff at all sites and any expenses accrued will be reimbursed.
- Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
- There are other benefits available including Cycle purchase and public transport season ticket loans
Some of the benefits of joining our team:
- AFCSalary ranging fromper annum £23,949 - £26,282
- Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
- Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
- Advanced IT enablement and support
- Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
- And so much more
Job description
Job responsibilities
The 3 "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:
- An NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or relevant training to diploma level.
- A warm personality, good communication and people skills.
- Licence holder with access to your own vehicle who is prepared to travel across multiple sites in Hampshire as required.
Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement and success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated Outstanding by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance, and we have a highly skilled and engaged workforce. We aspire to be an outstanding organisation for everyone: our people, our patients, their families, and their careers. For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow.
If you recognise yourself in theserequirements,we recommend you apply today!
We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please dont hesitate to callPauline OCallaghan on 07584 385403 or email:pauline.ocallaghan@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The 3 "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:
- An NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent or relevant training to diploma level.
- A warm personality, good communication and people skills.
- Licence holder with access to your own vehicle who is prepared to travel across multiple sites in Hampshire as required.
Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement and success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated Outstanding by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance, and we have a highly skilled and engaged workforce. We aspire to be an outstanding organisation for everyone: our people, our patients, their families, and their careers. For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow.
If you recognise yourself in theserequirements,we recommend you apply today!
We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please dont hesitate to callPauline OCallaghan on 07584 385403 or email:pauline.ocallaghan@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health 7 Social Care or equivalent and relevant health related training to diploma level equivalent.
- Minimum of 12-18months Relevant experience at band 2/3 level
Desirable
- Post graduate psychology qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of qualifications
- Evidence of recent reading research around speciality
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at relevant conferences/training courses
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of supporting people with identified vulnerabilities
Desirable
- Experience of working within the criminal justice system
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system
- Knowledge of the Liaison & Diversion agenda
- IT competent
Desirable
- Knowledge of the health & social care systems
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Full driving License and car owner
- Skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- NVQ level 3 in Health 7 Social Care or equivalent and relevant health related training to diploma level equivalent.
- Minimum of 12-18months Relevant experience at band 2/3 level
Desirable
- Post graduate psychology qualification
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of qualifications
- Evidence of recent reading research around speciality
Desirable
- Evidence of attendance at relevant conferences/training courses
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of supporting people with identified vulnerabilities
Desirable
- Experience of working within the criminal justice system
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system
- Knowledge of the Liaison & Diversion agenda
- IT competent
Desirable
- Knowledge of the health & social care systems
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Full driving License and car owner
- Skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
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).
Additional information
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).
