Clinical Reconnect Practitioner

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

This is an opportunity you dont want to miss. At Practice Plus Group we put peoples wellbeing first. Our Health in Justice service line is now expanding into non-Custodial healthcare, a person-centred approach delivered via a solid and consolidated infrastructure aimed to assess individuals mental health and neurodiversity requirements, to redirect them to the most appropriate channel. We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Reconnect Practitioner to join our team in West Yorkshire.

Hours - Monday to Friday; 8am - 6pm Some weekend working may be required

Salary -This position is full time and you will receive a salary of £42,094 to £47,446 depending on experience

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Reconnect Practitioner your responsibilities will vary. You will  

• you will work autonomously in prison and community , to identify and respond to requests of screening and assessment of people with identified health needs leaving the prison establishment within a 12-week period or less.  

• The aim of the service is to reduce reoffending by addressing the health and social needs of the service user and ensuring onward referrals are made to ensure continuity of care provision. This role will work closely with probation and other key stakeholders to ensure the needs of the service user are effectively assessed and addressed, avoiding duplication. 

• Working autonomously, you will be required to ensure the needs of the service user are met and communicated to relevant parties to ensure continuity of care, onward support and effective risk management.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

Practice Plus Group are the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. We aim to deliver a truly integrated model that will guide all groups involved in the judicial pathway to provide a more meaningful experience to the individuals involved.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients as they would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Qualifications and skills required:

• Qualified Registered Mental health Nurse, Mental Health or Social Worker with current registration with the relevant professional body.
• Experience of working with patients, face to face, who have complex mental health conditions 
• Awareness of substance misuse services and support available 
• Sound clinical knowledge and assessment skills including risk assessment  
• Understanding of the complexities of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working  
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach  

Our person-centred model is focused on providing meaningful pathways to anyone faced with criminal charges, as well as understanding what triggers and socio-economic circumstances might lead to people offending. We will treat individuals more holistically, focusing on the person and early intervention strategies to reduce risks and improve outcomes.