Band 6 Police Liaison and Diversion Practitioner – Join our well‑established and progressive Liaison and Diversion service based within Metropolitan Police custody suites at Acton and Hammersmith. This role works in a fast‑paced, varied and sometimes unpredictable environment, identifying mental health needs and vulnerabilities at the point of arrest and ensuring people are supported and diverted to appropriate health or social care services.
We welcome applications from experienced mental health professionals, including Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and other allied health professionals such as Speech and Language Therapists, who bring significant mental health experience and an interest in health and justice.
Responsibilities
* Carry out same‑day mental state and risk assessments within police custody.
* Gather collateral information from health records, partner agencies, and professionals.
* Advise custody staff and work closely with police and partner organisations.
* Divert individuals into appropriate health, social care or third‑sector services where indicated.
* Complete high‑quality clinical documentation, data collection, and reports for courts to support informed decision‑making.
Practitioners work autonomously, often under pressure, within a non‑healthcare setting, and must demonstrate excellent communication, clinical judgement, and risk management skills.
Qualifications
Applicants should be experienced mental health professionals with significant mental health experience and an interest in health and justice.
This post does not involve carrying a caseload, acting as a care coordinator, or participating in CPA. The role is part of the West London NHS Trust.
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