Description
We are seeking an Early Days in Custody Mental Health Practitioner to join our team at HMP Wandsworth. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting new prisoners with their mental health needs during their first 14 days in prison.
The role involves taking part in reception screening for new prisoners, developing initial mental health crisis plans, and carrying out comprehensive mental health assessments. The post holder will work in partnership with patients and wider prison services to co-produce a written care plan that addresses their health and social care needs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating a plan of care in line with mental state examinations and the nursing process
- Ensuring that all patients seen have relevant collateral obtained and care plan generated, alongside comprehensive communication with wider prison teams
- Providing support for those at risk of self-harm and ensuring communication with community teams is contemporaneous
- Reviewing prescription regimes and identifying barriers to concordance
The salary for this post is £47,951 to £56,863 per annum, paid under the Agenda for Change pay scheme.
This is a permanent, full-time position based at HMP Wandsworth, London.
Job Requirements:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse with a minimum of two years of experience
- Evidence of in-date application form and NMC registration
- Ability to undertake National Security Vetting
Desirable Qualifications:
- Practice Assessor or equivalent
- Evidence of further education
- Prison experience
- System One experience