Overview
South Lanarkshire Justice Social Work are seeking a full time permanent Social Worker for our Rutherglen Justice locality team. The locality Justice teams provide supervision, risk assessment and management, support and intervention for individuals who have been convicted of offences and are subject to statutory supervision. This is a challenging and rewarding role combining public protection with rehabilitation for individuals with often complex needs to promote long term positive outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Complete analytical and concise Justice Social Work Reports for the Court.
* Provide effective supervision of individuals based on National Outcomes and Standards.
* Ongoing assessment of risk and need including the proper application of structured assessment tools.
* Form productive relationships with service users to promote good outcomes and work effectively in a multi-agency setting.
* Record and monitor work using electronic case recording systems.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Social Work degree with knowledge of Justice Services and a clear understanding of risk assessment and management.
* Ability to prioritise workload; sound assessment, writing and communication skills.
* Experience working with individuals convicted of a wide variety of offences, including those of a sexual and domestic nature; willingness to work pro-actively and non-judgementally in the community to address risks and needs and promote public safety.
* Up to date experience in Justice Social Work is preferred but not essential. Final year students must qualify within 2 months of submitting their application form.
* Must undertake Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) at a minimum of level 2 to access ViSOR information system.
Application process
* When completing the application, cover the following areas: study the job profile and detail your skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role; provide examples of responding to changing needs of a service user or service; describe multi-agency collaboration and outcomes; discuss key challenges facing people in conflict with the law and how you would address them.
* Please apply online. All correspondence will be via your email address. We do not accept CVs; any submitted will be disregarded. If you require to submit additional information, use the supporting documents section.
* Preferred candidates identified after the selection event may be required to assist with recruitment checks; if checks are not completed within a reasonable timescale you may be withdrawn from the position.
* Canvassing of Elected Members or employees of South Lanarkshire Council shall disqualify the applicant.
Additional Information
* Legislative Information: This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 2003. It is a Regulated Role with Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. PVG scheme checks may be required.
* Disclosures: Applicants may need to join or update PVG before a formal offer.
* Disclosures information: See disclosurescotland.co.uk for process and best practice.
Hours: 17.5 per week
Vacancy: Permanent
Salary: £20,402 - £23,495
Additional notes
* Equal Opportunities and Armed Forces Community Covenant: South Lanarkshire Council is an Equal Opportunities employer and supports veterans and their families with a guaranteed interview for minimum competency requirements; disability confident and Armed Forces commitments apply.
* Foreign Police Check: Candidates should detail any gaps in employment and provide a foreign police check where applicable for periods living or working abroad.
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