Job summary
The post holder will be responsible for the coordination and provision of an effective assessment and treatment service to all individuals who find themselves detained in custody whether on remand or convicted.
You will work as a senior member within the Prison In-Reach multi-disciplinary teams working closely with members of the prison health care teams and be responsible for the continuing development of the service and its management, in conjunction with the Low Secure and Prison In-Reach Service Manager.
The post holder will be expected to meet the complex needs of the identified client group, be responsible for liaison with key agencies (statutory and Voluntary) within the prison community and the wider geographical community.
Key to the success of the post will be the effective working and partnership arrangements. They will be representative at relevant groups, meetings, forums and to provide specialist advice, knowledge on the management of mentally disordered offenders.
Provide operational line management and supervision to the members of the multidisciplinary teams ensuring effective practice and the continued promotion of quality practice in a developing service.
Main duties of the job
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency team fostering good communication with colleagues of all disciplines and treating everyone kindly and fairly
To provide and receive complex, highly sensitive and contentious information within a potentially hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere in a secure setting. Communicate openly, honestly and clearly with all and be able to adapt communication where necessary to ensure that people understand, limiting barriers to effective communication.
Be aware of the importance of maintaining confidentiality and security of information gained during the course of their duties. This will, in many cases include access to personal information relating to service users.
Ensure the smooth transfer of care to specialist/out of area placements with appropriate local and national agencies e.g. Probation, other prisons
Attend weekly Single Point of Access Meetings (SPAM) and participate in discussions in relation to in-reach referrals, participate in weekly Criminal Justice and Forensic Team meetings.
Ensure record keeping meets the standard required by the NMC, IT systems as directed by the Senior Nurse/Team Leader and ensuring information sharing protocols are understood, and appropriately explained to clients.
Undertake the comprehensive assessment of strengths needs and risks as directed by the Team Leader.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
- We listen, learn and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
english
Essential
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge Registered Mental Health Nurse. Professional knowledge acquired through Degree supplemented by post graduate Diploma specialist training. Evidence of continued professional development.
- To work well within a team and foster good working relationships.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, and/or collaboratively with other organisations/agencies.
- Good understanding of risk assessment
- Ability to work in a prison setting
Desirable
- Report writing and presentation skills. Change management skills.
- Competent in assessment of risk.
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/mental health settings/care homes/in-patient services.
English
Essential
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge Registered Mental Health Nurse. Professional knowledge acquired through Degree supplemented by post graduate Diploma specialist training. Evidence of continued professional development.
- Experience Substantial post-registration experience in adult mental health care. Clinically credible with a background in multi-disciplinary working. Experience of managing/supervising staff.
- Strong and adaptable communication skills to suit varying environments and situations (written and verbal).
- Good understanding of risk assessment
Desirable
- English
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/mental health settings/care homes/in-patient services.
- minimum of 2 years experience
english
Essential
- Aptitude and Abilities
- Experience of working autonomously and using own initiative.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, and/or collaboratively with other organisations/agencies.
Person Specification
english
Essential
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge Registered Mental Health Nurse. Professional knowledge acquired through Degree supplemented by post graduate Diploma specialist training. Evidence of continued professional development.
- To work well within a team and foster good working relationships.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, and/or collaboratively with other organisations/agencies.
- Good understanding of risk assessment
- Ability to work in a prison setting
Desirable
- Report writing and presentation skills. Change management skills.
- Competent in assessment of risk.
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/mental health settings/care homes/in-patient services.
English
Essential
- Qualifications and/or Knowledge Registered Mental Health Nurse. Professional knowledge acquired through Degree supplemented by post graduate Diploma specialist training. Evidence of continued professional development.
- Experience Substantial post-registration experience in adult mental health care. Clinically credible with a background in multi-disciplinary working. Experience of managing/supervising staff.
- Strong and adaptable communication skills to suit varying environments and situations (written and verbal).
- Good understanding of risk assessment
Desirable
- English
- Experience of working in NHS Primary Care Services/mental health settings/care homes/in-patient services.
- minimum of 2 years experience
english
Essential
- Aptitude and Abilities
- Experience of working autonomously and using own initiative.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team, and/or collaboratively with other organisations/agencies.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
HMP Parc Prison
HMP Parc, Heol Hopcyn, John, Coety, Pen y bont
Bridgend
CF35 6AP
Employer's website
https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
