Liaison and Diversion Worker Job with Sponsorship in Derbyshire: Make a Real Impact, Apply Now

Location
Derbyshire, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
27,485 to 30,162 per year

About Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
They’re the kind of team that never turns away from a challenge. Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is deeply rooted in their community, working closely with people from all walks of life to improve mental health and wellbeing. With a strong commitment to inclusion and social care, they provide life-changing support to those often left behind by traditional services. This is your chance to step into a role where your work actually matters.

Job details

Benefits

• NHS pension scheme with employer contribution
• Access to flexible working that supports your lifestyle
• Career progression pathways with ongoing development
• Strong peer support network within multidisciplinary teams
• Exclusive NHS discounts for shopping, travel, and more

Requirements

• Solid assessment skills and a calm, people-first approach
• Experience working with individuals with vulnerabilities
• Understanding of the criminal justice system and how it impacts care
• Comfortable working in high-pressure settings like police custody
• Compassionate communicator with a knack for building trust quickly
• Background in mental health or social care is a plus

Salary Details

You’ll start between £27,485 to £30,162 depending on experience, with access to the full range of NHS benefits and progression support.

About the Role

This is no desk job. You’ll be stepping into police custody suites, working with people right at the crossroads of vulnerability and crisis. As a Liaison and Diversion Engagement Worker, you’ll offer calm guidance in moments of real distress. From adults to young people, every individual you meet has a story and a struggle. Your job? To listen, assess, and open the door to support that can shift the course of someone’s life.

They’re counting on you to build trusted relationships, especially with those who’ve experienced trauma, exclusion, or substance misuse. You won’t be alone — you’ll work alongside nurses and support professionals to guide individuals through the chaos and toward stability. It’s intense, yes. But it’s also work that changes lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet clients in police custody to identify vulnerabilities and needs
• Offer short-term 1:1 support and advice for issues like housing, mental health, debt
• Collaborate with clinical staff to shape care pathways and safe handovers
• Help service users connect with education, employment, and local support
• Build community links to improve access and reduce reoffending risks
• Support individuals with forensic, abusive, or traumatic backgrounds
• Handle complex cases with guidance from nurses and allied health professionals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role falls under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They believe in fairness. Everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, deserves equal access to opportunity. They encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Derbyshire, United Kingdom
• Contact: recruitment@derbyshirehealthcare.nhs.uk

Reference Number
DHCFT/ENGAGE/0725

How To Apply
Spots are filling quickly for this impactful opportunity. Apply now and start making a real difference where it matters most.