Job summary We have an exciting opportunity on a 12 month fixed term contract or secondment for a compassionate applicant with either a professional registration in mental health nursing or allied health profession to undertake the Clinical Specialist role within the North East-wide Enhanced Reconnect Service. The role involves working within a psychology led multidisciplinary team to support prison leavers with complex health needs in overcoming barriers to accessing healthcare services upon their release from custody. The post holder will work in both prison and community settings across the North East to support people in the final months of their sentence and up to a year post-release. Main duties of the job This role is in the Enhanced Reconnect Service, based at Lanchester Road Hospital and covering the whole of the North East, including Northumberland. The service is one of four national pilots supporting prison leavers assessed as presenting high risk of harm with complex health needs linked with their offending. The service prioritises individuals convicted of terrorism-related offences and those identified as at risk of extremism. One of the national pilot objectives is to address health needs that if left unmet could lead to extremist behaviours. The postholder will work closely with probation/prison colleagues and will form excellent working relationships with health and care services across the area.The postholder will lead on the care of a small number of individuals, supporting their transition from prison to community. Therapeutic intervention is delivered with the aim of supporting individuals to access healthcare services, rather than replacing existing provision. Supervising other professionals forms part of the role. The postholder will be a key member of the leadership team supporting the Trust values of compassion, respect, and responsibility.The successful candidate will contribute to service development through audit, service evaluation and research. The post also offers excellent opportunities for peer support/ supervision and teaching/ training opportunities. About us We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby. We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health. We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it. We are interested in connecting with people who can inspire, embrace working as equal partners with internal and external stakeholders, help to design, support and oversee the delivery of the very best care and treatment for prison leavers. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year (pro rata), per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 346-FMH-013-25 Job locations Sniperley House Lanchester Road Hospital Durham DH1 4RD Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the detail in the job description and person specification to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. Applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis. In the event that permanent funding is secured for this post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis. For further discussion please contact: Dr Esther Pepperdine (Consultant Clinical Psychologist - Clinical Lead)esther.pepperdinenhs.net Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the detail in the job description and person specification to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying. Applicants must ensure that prior to applying they have agreement from their current line manager that they can be released on a secondment basis. In the event that permanent funding is secured for this post the successful applicant will be confirmed in post on a permanent basis. For further discussion please contact: Dr Esther Pepperdine (Consultant Clinical Psychologist - Clinical Lead)esther.pepperdinenhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with relevant professional body. (e.g. NMC, GMC, HCPC, Social Work-England) For nursing professions - Recognised Practice Supervisor and /or Practice Assessor, clinical educator or equivalent and AND Trained in providing clinical supervision For other professions - evidence of training in clinical supervision of other staff and able to demonstrate competence in this area of practice in clinical supervision of other staff and/or students/ trainees. All professions - Postgraduate diploma (or above) in a subject relevant to the area of practice. A recognised advanced clinical qualification or Masters level credits e.g., Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Post Grad diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP e.g. dysphagia, posture, autism assessment, rebound, social prescribing, sensory processing, Approved Mental Health Professional, Practice Educator (level 3 Independent Prescriber) Note any other advanced qualification/masters credits not listed here as an example, must be clearly evidenced and listed as "advanced qualification or masters credits" - within the individuals application form Equivalent clinical experience to that of a Post Grad Diploma/master's level such as working as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area with significant experience (see below under experience), together with evidence of relevant CPD Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally Experience of application of relevant legislation (i.e., Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act) in practice Desirable Experienced gained in governed psychological therapies - DBT,CBT,EMDR, or CAT. Experience Essential Substantial clinical experience of working in relevant specialist area in collaboration with service users, families and relevant others or transferable experience of similar settings and willing to gain knowledge within first 12 months. Experience of assessing and managing risk (harm to self, others and safeguarding) Substantial experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Involvement in quality improvement activities Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registration with relevant professional body. (e.g. NMC, GMC, HCPC, Social Work-England) For nursing professions - Recognised Practice Supervisor and /or Practice Assessor, clinical educator or equivalent and AND Trained in providing clinical supervision For other professions - evidence of training in clinical supervision of other staff and able to demonstrate competence in this area of practice in clinical supervision of other staff and/or students/ trainees. All professions - Postgraduate diploma (or above) in a subject relevant to the area of practice. A recognised advanced clinical qualification or Masters level credits e.g., Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Post Grad diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP e.g. dysphagia, posture, autism assessment, rebound, social prescribing, sensory processing, Approved Mental Health Professional, Practice Educator (level 3 Independent Prescriber) Note any other advanced qualification/masters credits not listed here as an example, must be clearly evidenced and listed as "advanced qualification or masters credits" - within the individuals application form Equivalent clinical experience to that of a Post Grad Diploma/master's level such as working as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area with significant experience (see below under experience), together with evidence of relevant CPD Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally Experience of application of relevant legislation (i.e., Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act) in practice Desirable Experienced gained in governed psychological therapies - DBT,CBT,EMDR, or CAT. Experience Essential Substantial clinical experience of working in relevant specialist area in collaboration with service users, families and relevant others or transferable experience of similar settings and willing to gain knowledge within first 12 months. Experience of assessing and managing risk (harm to self, others and safeguarding) Substantial experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team Involvement in quality improvement activities Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust Address Sniperley House Lanchester Road Hospital Durham DH1 4RD Employer's website https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)