Senior Practitioner

Job Introduction
**Can you demonstrate a strong sense of initiative, adapt to new situations whilst also working well as part of a team?**

If so, we are looking for a self-motivated, dynamic Forensic Senior Practitioner to join the Community Forensic Team, based at The Firs in Hellingly.

The Forensic Outreach and Liaison Service has a vacancy for a full time Forensic Senior Practitioner. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a busy Forensic Mental Health Service, working with clients who have been or continue to be in contact with the Criminal Justice system.

Communication will be a core component of this role and you will need to draw upon your experience to navigate complex care pathways. Focusing on the strengths and resilience of the person ensuring they are in a safe space and with the specialist support in place to ensure their social care needs are met.

You will be offered necessary training and support to develop your skills to carry out East Sussex County Council statutory duties under Part 3 of the Mental Health Act.

Interviews will take place on **Monday 15th April** via Microsoft Teams unless you request an in-person interview. If you are unavailable to attend the allocated interview date/time, let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date/time for you.

**For an informal discussion, please contact Rosalind Green on 07341 737 674 or Julie Payne on 07824 085 273.**

There are many rewards working for East Sussex County Council, some of these include:

- Generous pension scheme
- Hybrid working
- Access to training
- Access to our extensive wellbeing and wellness training.
- Annual registration fee with Social Worker England will be reimbursed.

For more information about our diverse range of benefits please click on the link provided benefits page.

**_For work that makes a difference_**

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

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