This post sits in the Reconnect team in North Yorkshire, part of Practice Plus Group's Health in Justice service. The work centres on supporting children and adults through the criminal justice system, linking health and social needs with police, probation and courts. The caseload focuses on people leaving prison within 12 weeks and involves regional travel. Right to work in the UK is required, and offers depend on vetting and security checks.
What the job involves
- Support children and adults through the criminal justice system, including hard-to-reach communities
- Support access to health needs, including substance misuse, mental and physical health, homelessness, learning disabilities, exploitation, safeguarding and social care
- Support the health needs of people leaving prison within 12 weeks or less
- Liaise with police, probation, courts, legal services, and inpatient and community health and social care services
- Make onward referrals to ensure continuity of care
- Work as part of an extended team across the Reconnect service
- Help reduce reoffending by addressing service users' health and social needs
What's required
Qualifications
- Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Health and/or Social Care, or equivalent relevant experience
Experience
- Face-to-face work with service users who have a variety of health needs
Skills & knowledge
- Understanding of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
Checks & eligibility
- Legal right to work in the UK
- Additional vetting and security checks
What's offered
- Company pension scheme
- Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Regional and national career development opportunities
- Bespoke induction, including the Introducing Health in Justice training course
- Bespoke Learning Management System
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance
- Support to grow in the role and continue professional development
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Support Time & Recovery Navigator employer: Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice
At Practice Plus Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work as a Pharmacist in the dynamic environment of HMP Dovegate. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored training programs and a supportive work culture that values integrity and diversity. With competitive salaries, flexible part-time hours, and a focus on making a meaningful impact in healthcare, we empower our staff to unlock their best work life while contributing to the well-being of the prison population.
Contact Details:
Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice Recruitment Team
