Overview
An exciting secondment opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, experienced Probation Officer to work within the Youth Justice Service based in Coventry. This role enables the postholder to apply key skills while maintaining a focus on those who transition from Youth to Adult services, helping service users navigate this challenging period in their rehabilitation journey. The post will suit someone who wishes to expand their experience, knowledge and expertise by managing cases within the Youth Justice Service. It requires flexibility, good organisation and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for service users of all ages.
We are looking for a Probation Officer who:
* Is interested in working with young people, their families and the victims of youth crime
* Has an in-depth knowledge of Probation
* Has experience of managing court orders in the community and in custody
* Understands the differences of working with young people and working with adults
* Understands the advantages and challenges of multi-agency working
* Has experience of completing assessments and writing reports
* Has a flexible approach to work as it may be necessary to occasionally work in the evening
* Understands the transition of young people from the Youth Justice Service to Probation
* Can engage young people and their families
The role will require:
* Undertaking assessments of young people who are subject to Diversion, Out Of Court Disposals and Court imposed Orders (including custody) to understand the reasons they got into trouble
* Working in partnership with the child, their parents/carers and other relevant professionals to devise and deliver a plan of intervention aimed at reducing their risk of becoming involved in offending behaviour again
* Undertaking intervention work with young people, supporting them to complete reparation and offending behaviour programmes
* Acting as an appropriate adult for young people that have been arrested, ensuring that their rights are represented whilst in police custody
* Undertaking work in court, providing high quality information that enables Judges and Magistrates to deal with young people in the most appropriate way
* Acting as the liaison between the Youth Justice Service and Probation, including leading on 18-year-olds who transfer across services
* Role will be base at Coventry YOS Office
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