Senior Mental Health Practitioner

Overview

In this role you will join the Mental Health team at HMP Stocken to assess and manage inmates’ mental health needs within a multidisciplinary, autonomous practice. You will work with a diverse team to develop holistic care plans that address physical, social and psychological aspects, delivering evidence-based care and safeguarding. The position supports training and career development within a purpose-driven justice healthcare provider. You will contribute to a patient-centered culture that values integrity and inclusivity, within a secure environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Bespoke induction
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Learning Management System
• Support from wider team
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance

Responsibilities

• Assess and continuously manage patients’ mental health needs
• Operate as an autonomous practitioner with a caseload
• Develop holistic care plans addressing physical, social, and psychological needs
• Provide evidence-based, non-judgemental care and maintain professional boundaries
• Contribute to nursing strategy and outcomes through feedback and personalised care
• Participate in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation following policies and safeguarding procedures

Key requirements

• NMC Registered – Mental Health
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary collaborative environment
• Understanding of neurodiverse conditions (autism, ADHD) and complex communication challenges in the criminal justice system
• Current UK professional registration
• UK right to work and ability to undergo vetting checks

• compassionate
• criminal-justice aware
• collaborative
• risk assessment
• care planning
• holistic assessment

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