Supporting competence in practitioners working in personality disorder services. Issue 4 (14th November 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Johnson, Helen; Gredecki, Neil; Wilks-Riley, Fiona Rachel
• Is Part Of: Journal of forensic practice. Volume 18:Issue 4(2016)
• Page Start: 306
• Page End: 310
• Publication Date: 2016-11-14
• Subjects: Recruitment -- Personality disorder -- Personality disorder units -- Staff competence -- Staff selection -- Staff training; Forensic psychiatry -- Periodicals; Forensic psychology -- Periodicals; 614.15
• DOI: 10.1108/JFP-08-2016-0042
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-8794

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to provide a "spotlight" on the literature relating the selection, recruitment and development of staff working in personality disorder (PD) services. Design/methodology/approach: The paper reviews key documentation in the field of PD practice in relation to staff. Findings: Despite the publication of guidelines for working with PD clients, a number of large scale enquiries suggest that some services have often failed to absorb and implement the recommendations made which has resulted in serious consequences. Practical implications: A number of considerations relating to enhancing staff competency when working in PD units are presented. Originality/value: The review outlines a number of good practice guidelines relating to the different stages of recruitment and employment for staff working with PD clients.