About this role
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
*INTERNAL MPFT APPLICANTS ONLY*
Do you see the news about people who have committed offences and think "send them to prison" if the answer is yes then this definitely is not the job for you!However if you think "I wonder what happened to that person to cause this behavior" or " what could help this person not to commit further offences" then this could be the job you are looking for.We are looking for an Integrated Offender Health Navigator to join our expanding Integrated Offender Health (IOH) Team based in Telford and Shrewsbury, who would be part of a team who is passionate about supporting people to address their needs and divert them away from criminal behaviour. Whilst helping other agencies understand how or why these individuals have found themselves making the decisions that they have.If you are thinking that you don't have the experience with this cohort or that you are not sure if it's for you please do not hesitate to contact us for a chat, you may be just what we are looking for!
Main duties of the job
Main Duties of job:o Independently undertake face to face and electronic screening to support the identification of multiple vulnerabilities of people who have been in contact with the criminal justice system.o Work within limitations and escalate to Practitioner as appropriate.o To support Practitioners, STR Workers and Lived Experience workers and Admin as necessary.o Provide an embedded service in police custody suites, courts and Outreach, working within legislation requirements, such as PACE (1984).o Work as part of a team with the freedom to work independently, particularly in relation to providing advice to service users, carers, and professionals who contact the service.o Work with service users in conjunction with other professionals, to devise and implement effective individualised programmes of support.o Liaise with other agencies as required dependant on the person's presentation, work closely with other agencies, such Custody and Health Care Professionals, and community agencies.o Actively promote the service to external agencies as a positive example of user led services.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for working within a multi-disciplinary team, with the flexibility of working across the Shropshire area, dependent on skill and service need. The Post holder with be part of a multi-disciplinary team, primarily completing screenings of individuals needs at different stages of their journey through the Criminal Justice System.The post holder will use screening tools to identify health and social care needs. The post holder will assist individuals to navigate health and social care services to address identified needs, will be required to complete onward referrals where appropriate and provide short term intensive support to patients and their families. The post holder will also be responsible for completing Court Reports outlining individuals needs that may need be taken into account when decisions about charging and sentencing are made.The post holder will work in a trauma informed way, providing appropriate liaison to prevent an individual having to re-tell their story.The post holder will require additional vetting from West Mercia Police / His Majestys Prison Service for roles based within the Police Custody settings and Prison Settings.The post holder will be required to provide high quality information to key decision makers in youth and criminal justice agencies, including the police, courts, probation and Youth Offending Teams (YOTs).
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards) or equivalent experience.
Experience Essential
Experience of working with a range of vulnerabilities which may include mental health, physical health, learning disabilities, abuse, addiction and social issues Experience of working with a range of statutory, non-statutory agencies
Desirable
Experience of working in a community based setting Experience and / or sound knowledge of the Criminal Justice System Experience of implementing personalised care plans or rehabilitation Experience of individual and group work
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.
Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Redwoods Centre
Shrewsbury
SY3 8DS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)