This job is an opportunity to make a difference and shape lives!
Collaboration. Choice. Integrity. Resilience. Continuous improvement.
These are our values that we hold as an organisation. Aligned with yours? Then keep reading…
We are seeking a Senior Forensic Mental Health Practitioner to provide assessments and 1:1 psychologically informed intervention within our Approved Premises (AP) Mental Health Service.
This role is based in Westbourne House Approved Premises in Stratford, with travel required to additional sites in Camden and Tulse Hill.
You will provide psychologically informed assessments and tailored interventions that support individuals to build on their strengths and manage their mental health. You will draw on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, and psychoeducation, adapting these to meet individual need.
As a successful candidate you will be able to:
This is a full time (37.5hrs per week) permanent position. We hope to recruit a staff team reflective of the population we serve and welcome applications from those with protected characteristics, including women and minority ethnic groups.
To apply for any of the roles please send a recent CV and a supporting statement, to explain how you meet the role requirements.
What you need to know about Together:
Together is England’s oldest mental health charity and since we were formed in 1879, we have believed that people with mental health issues have the right and the abilities to lead independent, fulfilling lives as part of their communities. We offer a wide variety of support to help people deal with the personal and practical impacts of mental health issues. The services we provide include supporting people in criminal justice settings who’ve experienced mental distress, one-to-one support in the community, supported housing and 24 hour accommodation services and advocacy.
Our core principle at Together is service user leadership as we believe that benefits those people who are accessing support and has positive impact on all aspects of Together, and wider society. We want to be able to learn from people who have a range of views and who have experienced mental distress. By learning from the people who use our services in that way we aim to inform and influence Together from a Lived Experience perspective.
We are committed to fair chances for all and making sure everyone can access the support they need to make positive changes in their recovery journey. You really can make a difference by believing in our service users and their ability to make changes, when they do not always believe in themselves. The Criminal Justice service has multiple projects working within courts, prisons, probation and the community, aiming at providing mental health support in all these stages of the criminal justice system. We’ve seen impressive growth over the last two years extending our remit of work and this is something we’re highly motivated to continue.
What We Can Offer You
- You will be part of an organisation that values you. We will seek your input, encourage effort and facilitate growth and opportunity whilst caring about you and your wellbeing
- You will gain worthwhile personal development training, where you are encouraged to stay and grow to further your career progression with Together
- A Positive culture – we are proud of our leadership and management style that encourages teamwork, open and honest communication and has a strong purpose
- One-on-one supervision/manager meetings, peer learning groups, career or talent management guidance and dedicated learning time
You will work collaboratively with AP staff, probation practitioners, and wider partner agencies to deliver holistic, coordinated support for residents. This includes contributing to a psychologically informed environment by facilitating case consultations and offering guidance to enhance colleagues’ confidence and skills in supporting individuals with mental health needs
As a Senior Forensic Mental Health Practitioner, you will also lead on the development and delivery of workshops for AP staff on topics such as mental health awareness, trauma-informed practice, and engaging effectively with healthcare partners.
Assess mental health and social care needs and develop holistic support plans- Empower individuals to lead on their support plan
- Deliver low-intensity, psychological informed interventions (e.g. psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, CBT-informed approaches and compassion focused therapy)
- Contribute to the prevention and management of harmful and violent behaviour
- Support individuals to build self-esteem and increase motivation
- Dynamically assess and manage risk, sharing relevant information with partner agencies
You will have at least 2 years experience working within mental health and/ or criminal justice services, as well as experience delivering 1:1 interventions.
The benefits of working for Together
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Benefits of Working for Together
Together for Mental Wellbeing is a national charity that supports people with mental health issues to lead fulfilling and independent lives.
We value people as experts in what works best for them, and each individual we work with influences and shapes the support they and others receive from us.
Founded in 1879, today we work with approximately 4,500 people every month - at around 70 locations across England.
Our services include support in the community, accommodation-based support, advocacy, and criminal justice services.
At Together we value and encourage diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself, welcoming applications from people from diverse communities and backgrounds who share our values.
As an employer, we are committed to making any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
