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Liaison & Diversion Children and Young Person’s Practitioner

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Carlisle

AI generated summary

  • You need NVQ Level 3 or Diploma in Health/Social Care, 2+ years experience, and a professional qualification. NPPV Level 2 vetting and 3 years UK residency are also required.
  • You will assess individuals in custody or court, identify vulnerabilities, refer to appropriate services, liaise with agencies, and provide brief interventions to support engagement.

Requirements

  • A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in relevant subject OR Diploma in Health and Social Care coupled with significant Experience of working with people with complex needs (minimum of 2 years)
  • Professional recognised qualification such as RMN, Learning Disability Nurse, Social Worker, and Occupational Therapist. Psychology Degree CBT Diploma, Substance Misuse Diploma
  • This post requires successful candidates to undergo NPPV Level 2 (full) Police Vetting of which successful clearance is essential in order to fulfil the role and as part of this vetting process the candidate is required to have been resident in the UK for at least three years.

Responsibilities

  • Liaison and Diversion (L&D) services identify people who have substance misuse, mental health, learning disability or other vulnerabilities when they first come into contact with the criminal justice system as suspects, defendants or offenders.
  • The service can then support people through the early stages of criminal system pathway, refer them for appropriate health or social care or enable them to be diverted away from the criminal justice system into a more appropriate setting, if required.
  • This is an ‘all age’ service and so you will be required to work with people from the age of 10 years upwards but with a focus on Children and Young People if they are detained within custody or referred via the Voluntary Attendance pathway however all practitioners are expected to see both Children and Young People and adults.
  • The main things that L&D services do for the people we see are identification, screening, assessment and referral to other services.
  • We work in Police Custody Suites and Courts throughout Lancashire & Cumbria and offer assessments to individuals within the Criminal Justice system including Voluntary Attendees.
  • We look to identify unmet need and vulnerabilities that often lead to or exacerbate offending behaviour, offer onward referral and signposting as appropriate.
  • We liaise across agencies to support onward planning and intervention to address needs.
  • We offer some brief community based intervention to maximise service user access and engagement with those appropriate services.
  • We help to inform decision makers with relevant and timely information to support sentencing and disposal outcome.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Liaison & Diversion Children and Young Person’s Practitioner.

Where is this position based?

This position is based in Barrow in Furness, South Cumbria.

What are the essential qualifications required for this role?

A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in a relevant subject OR a Diploma in Health and Social Care, coupled with significant experience of working with people with complex needs (minimum of 2 years).

Are there any desirable qualifications for this position?

Yes, desirable qualifications include a professional recognized qualification such as RMN, Learning Disability Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, Psychology Degree, CBT Diploma, or Substance Misuse Diploma.

Is police vetting required for this position?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo NPPV Level 2 (full) Police Vetting, and successful clearance is essential to fulfill the role.

What age groups will the practitioner work with?

The practitioner will work with individuals from the age of 10 years upwards, with a focus on Children and Young People.

What is the main focus of the Liaison and Diversion services?

The main focus is to identify individuals with vulnerabilities when they first come into contact with the criminal justice system and support them through the early stages of the criminal system pathway.

Will the role involve traveling?

Yes, there is an expectation to travel between sites and to other Liaison & Diversion teams within the LSCFT footprint.

Can flexible working arrangements be discussed?

Yes, the Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust encourages flexible working arrangements, and applicants are encouraged to discuss their requests during the interview.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

For further information, you can contact Lauren Miller, Team Manager, at lauren.miller@lscft.nhs.uk or by phone at 07970346529, or Julie Nugent at julie.nugent@lscft.nhs.uk or 07960874804.

What type of environments will this role involve?

This role involves working in Police Custody Suites and Magistrates Courts throughout Lancashire & Cumbria.

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Supporting Health and Wellbeing

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to improve mental and emotional well-being. Their purpose is to support individuals in their recovery and promote mental health through integrated, compassionate care and community engagement.