Liaison and Diversion Support, Time and Recovery Worker

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people? Do you have experience supporting individuals facing mental health challenges, trauma, or social exclusion? If so, we would love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Liaison and Diversion Service (LADS) as a Support, Time and Recovery (STR) Worker, based at Mallard Court, Bridgwater. Working within NHS England's Liaison and Diversion programme, you will support individuals who come into contact with the criminal justice system and may have mental health needs, learning disabilities, neurodevelopmental conditions, substance misuse issues, or other vulnerabilities.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake assessments of vulnerability, provide practical and emotional support, facilitate access to services and help individuals engage with appropriate health, social care and community support. This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to improving outcomes for some of the most vulnerable members of our communities.

Main duties of the job

• Support individuals within police custody, magistrates' courts and community settings to identify their needs and access appropriate services and support.
• Complete assessments of mental health and other vulnerabilities and assist with referrals to relevant health, social care and community services.
• Provide information, advice, encouragement and practical support to service users, helping them engage with services and work towards positive outcomes
• Work collaboratively with police, courts, probation services, health professionals, carers and partner agencies to coordinate support and improve outcomes.
• Promote recovery-focused approaches and support service users to make meaningful changes that improve their wellbeing and quality of life.
• Identify safeguarding concerns, contribute to risk management processes and support the protection of individuals from harm or abuse.
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records in line with Trust policies and national standards.
• Participate in data collection, service monitoring and reporting activities to support local and national service requirements.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of practice.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a demanding and fast-paced environment.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

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