Senior Liaison and Diversion Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Barnsley, Barnsley, United Kingdom South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust Full time

About the Role

The South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Liaison and Diversion Practitioner to join our team. As a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing intensive mental health and social care assessments, identifying care pathways, and diverting individuals within the police custody suites, courts, and probation services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Attend police custody suites and magistrates courts to provide mental health assessments, advice, and identify robust care pathways for individuals with potential mental health or learning disability needs.
  • Provide written information to the police and court to inform disposal and care pathways.
  • Work closely with referring agencies, including the police, courts, and probation services, to ensure seamless care coordination.
  • Address the court in person to advise on disposal and care pathways.
  • Facilitate mental health act assessments at the police station when necessary.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983, Care Programme Approach, and other relevant codes of practice.
  • Experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental illness, including those who are difficult to engage.
  • Ability to work autonomously, with flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Substantial experience in community settings, with evidence of leadership skills and experience of supervising others.
  • Current driving license and access to a car during working hours.

What We Offer

The South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth. We are committed to providing high-quality care to our service users and value diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work.



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