Probation Service Officer
Overview
The NPS recognises the unique role Youth Offending Services play in realising a joint vision, mission and key outcomes in working with young people. NPS staff seconded to the YOS secure additional professional knowledge and expertise to ensure that defensible and appropriate decision are evidenced; put simply, young adult offenders bring different issues, challenges and this role provides excellent opportunities to work holistically with younger people and their families. The principles of effective transition need to be firmly understood and embedded in practice, and this currently involves exceptionally strong partnership working in Wolverhampton. NPS Staff delivering services within local YOS teams are required to support and engender stakeholder links having particular regard to legislative and professional expectations and training.
LOCATION: Liverpool
HOURS: 37 hours
PAY RATE: £21.58 ltd per hour (Umbrella pay rate) equivalent to £16.39 per hour PAYE
Full Job Description
To undertake the full range of offender management tasks with offenders assessed as low or medium risk of harm and to support the Probation Officer grade in high risk cases.
When providing case manager support, to contribute to the delivery of the Risk Management plan and report significant changes relating to risk of harm and/or of reoffending or any non-compliance within agreed enforcement procedures
To use computer based systems to produce, update and maintain records and other documentation within agreed timescales
Ensure effective referrals to services and facilities and communicate with offender management staff, interventions staff, service providers and external agencies to review progress and associated risks.
To undertake prison, home or alternate location visits as required in accordance with service procedures and policies.
To undertake work in the court setting, including the completion of appropriate reports on cases and prosecution of breaches.Essential Requirements
Experience of working and supporting a diverse range of people who have experienced a range of social/personal difficulties, including working with groups and individuals to motivate and change behaviour.
Experience of making effective referrals to and managing relationships between external agencies to enhance positive outcomes, manage risk and reduce reoffending.
An understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity good practice
Anyone interested can email an up to date CV to (url removed) or call Andy on (phone number removed)