Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Mental Health Practitioner in LADS
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Exciting Opportunity: Band 6 Criminal Justice Mental Health Practitioner
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Somerset's Liaison and Diversion Service (LADS) as a Band 6 Criminal Justice Mental Health Practitioner.
About the Service
Liaison and Diversion provides a service to individuals appearing at Somerset's criminal courts, including:
- Taunton, Yeovil and North Somerset Magistrates' Courts
- Taunton Crown Court
- Individuals detained in police custody at Bridgwater Police Centre
The team is part of NHS England's national Liaison and Diversion Programme and, in partnership with Avon and Wiltshire Partnership NHS Trust, supports the wider Avon and Somerset police area.
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Primary Role
The team's primary role is to:
- Complete mental health and vulnerability assessments within criminal justice settings
- Identify unmet needs
- Facilitate access to appropriate health, social care, and community services
By sharing relevant information with criminal justice agencies, the team helps ensure informed decision-making and improved outcomes for vulnerable individuals.
Operational Hours
The service operates seven days a week between 8.00am and 8.00pm. Staff predominantly work long day shifts, although part-time hours will be considered. Free onsite parking is available at Bridgwater Police Centre.
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Interview Process
Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to undertake a shadowing visit within the custody environment prior to interview.
Contact Information
For further information, please contact hannah.evans@somersetft.nhs.uk. We also offer regular LADS information sessions via Microsoft Teams for prospective applicants.
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