09 Oct
Practice Plus Group
Doncaster
Job description
Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Neurodiversity Practitioner to join our Mental Health team at HMP Doncaster, a category B Prison located in Doncaster.
HMP YOI Doncaster is a busy male remand and resettlement prison with a capacity of 1065 for adults ages from 18+ It is a 10 minute walk from Doncaster train station or there is free parking on site.
Hours
This is a full time Monday - Friday hours per week however we will also be happy to accept hours per week over 4 days per week.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £46,per annum FTE - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Neurodiversity Practitioner , your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Provide specialised care planned interventions meeting the individualised needs of the patient population who have been identified as having a neurodiversity need
- Responsible for assessment and caseload management of those referred to the service
- Working closely with Primary Care, Mental Health, SMS and other healthcare providers
- You will also work closely with our partners within the wider prison to ensure collaborative and holistic care
- Work under your own direction whilst also contributing to the wider multidisciplinary teams
- Model a culture of compassion, care, courage, commitment, communication and competence.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer :
- Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24 / 7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons,
young offenders and immigration removal centres.
Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values :
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required (copy from JD)
- RMN, RNLD, Social Worker (Mental Health) or Occupational Therapist (Mental Health)
- Current professional qualification (NMC or HCPC equivalent)
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Understanding of the complexities of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working
- A non-judgemental and compassionate approach
Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Neurodiversity Practitioner to join our Mental Health team at HMP Doncaster, a category B Prison located in Doncaster.
HMP YOI Doncaster is a busy male remand and resettlement prison with a capacity of 1065 for adults ages from 18+ It is a 10 minute walk from Doncaster train station or there is free parking on site.
Hours
This is a full time Monday - Friday hours per week however we will also be happy to accept hours per week over 4 days per week.
Salary
This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £46,per annum FTE - depending on experience.
How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Person Specification
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Experience
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Additional Criteria
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▶️ Senior Neurodiversity Practitioner
🖊️ Practice Plus Group
📍 Doncaster