Job Description

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About Police Care UK

Police Care UK traces its roots back to 1926 following the merger of the charities Police Dependants' Trust and the National Police Fund. Our mission is to reduce the impact of harm on police and their families across the UK.


The Charity is currently undergoing a period of growth and development and has transformed from a traditional benevolent organisation to a leader in the blue light sector. This exciting phase is allowing us to expand both our services and our reach. With our office based in Woking, Surrey, we operate throughout the UK to deliver groundbreaking research, innovation, and evidence-based action that supports the police community in coping with the impact of policing. Our work has included targeted projects within police forces aimed at improving wellbeing as well as providing emotional and financial support to serving and veteran officers, staff, and their families.

The Role

This position requires a qualified practitioner with professional qualifications and experience in community mental health support and treatment. The successful candidate must be a Registered Nurse with the NMC, preferably with experience in policing, the blue light sector, or working with individuals who have experienced psychological trauma and co-morbidities.

Key Responsibilities

To work as part of the MDT ensuring that the therapeutic services that the available to our beneficiaries are high quality, evidenced based and are delivered within the agreed criteria. To undertake clinical triage and psychological assessments using agreed assessment tools and recommending evidence-based therapeutic interventions to those seeking assistance who meet the inclusion criteria for support from PCUK. Ensuring consistency, equity and fairness, effective use of resources to prevent discrimination and to manage risk. To advise on nursing care needs where identified and liaise with the beneficiaries GP or other medical providers where possible and relevant. To monitor allocated cases through their therapeutic journey with the service, advising and liaising with the MDT and external psychological therapists etc. as required. To undertake ongoing assessment, stabilisation, brief intervention and any risk management as required. To act as the beneficiary's advocate where required. To contribute to the gathering of service feedback and outcomes data to assist the development of the service To work collaboratively with other peers in identifying evidence-based provisions for beneficiaries. To be proficient in signposting to other relevant organisations. To engage with peer clinical supervision and wider service support groups. To complete all administrative duties this role requires. To collaborate closely with other members of the clinical and beneficiary team to deliver support in the best interest of our beneficiaries. To be confident in delivering CPD to colleagues as well as to external organisations / stakeholder events. To engage and contribute to a robust Clinical Governance framework and structure within the charity. Contribute and engage with new ways of working in developing changes and improvements in service delivery.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience & Skills

Must have at least 3 years post-registration experience. Experience of conducting mental health assessments / psychological assessments autonomously. Experience of conducting robust clinical and safeguarding assessments and onward processing of high-risk cases. Post-registration experience of working in mental health settings including community settings. Experience working with individuals with PTSD and cPTSD.

- Multidisciplinary team (MDT) working experience. -

Experience of using and interpreting psychometric questionnaires. Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Able to apply a sense of perspective on dealing with multiple tasks. Strong planning and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with colleagues, executives, internal and external stakeholders.

- An ability to demonstrate an all-round professional attitude to performing the varied tasks required - which will sometimes be under tight time constraints.

Well-organised and methodical in the approach to handling the workload efficiently. Proficient with IT skills. Highly adaptable to changing environments. A willingness to undertake any associated training required to deliver the role. Must be comfortable delivering presentations, workshops and CPD to internal and external stakeholders

Knowledge and Skills

Understanding of a range of psychological models and interventions relevant to mental health and psychological services. Sound knowledge and experience of safeguarding, risk and crisis intervention. Strong assessment, formulation and care planning skills. Awareness of relevant legal frameworks (e.g., Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, NICE guidelines). Willingness to contribute to service development and innovation.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (Mental Health), registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic and growing charity making a real difference Work in a supportive and collaborative team Opportunities for professional development and training Flexible working arrangements

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a detailed cover letter outlining your relevant experience and how you meet the key requirements of this role. We encourage early applications as we will be reviewing CVs on a rolling basis and may close the posting early if we receive a high volume of strong candidates.

Additional Information

This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, qualification checks, and employee medical assessments. We are committed to equal opportunities and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.