We are seeking an experienced and motivated Health & Justice Navigator/Support Worker to join Sussex Liaison & Diversion Service (SLDS).
Working within Police Custody settings across Sussex, you will assess adults, children, and young people who may be experiencing mental health difficulties, learning disabilities, substance misuse, or other social vulnerabilities. Your interventions will help ensure individuals are identified early, connected with the right services, and supported to achieve better outcomes.
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll work closely with police, courts, healthcare professionals, and community partners, using your clinical expertise to influence decision-making and ensure people receive the right care at the right time.
We're looking for an compassionate individual with excellent assessment and risk identification skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for improving lives.
- Deliver high-quality assessments for adults, children and young people in Police Custody settings across Sussex.
- Identify mental health, learning disability, substance misuse, physical health and social vulnerabilities at the earliest opportunity.
- Develop and implement person-centred care and support plans to meet complex needs.
- Make timely referrals to appropriate health, social care and community services.
- Work closely with police, courts and criminal justice partners to support informed decision-making.
- Provide accurate information regarding an individual's health needs and vulnerabilities to relevant agencies.
- Use a trauma-informed approach to minimise distress and avoid individuals having to repeatedly share their experiences.
- Promote positive outcomes by helping vulnerable individuals access the right support at the right time.
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Completing holistic screening of vulnerabilities and needs of those in police custody
Providing trauma informed assessments and efficient navigation into services to address health and social care needs
