Wellbeing Team Leader Location: 36,949.50 pro rata per annum Permanent, Part Time, 30 hours per week We are a key provider of criminal justice services- operating in both the custodial and community sectors.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our provision and we consistently seek to work alongside and in partnership with a range of other providers in the voluntary (third), public and private sectors.
We value and, where possible, contribute to research into reducing re-offending and therefore we recognise the importance of understanding the wider environment in which individuals operate and this informs us about how best to engage, support and help people with change.
We now have an opportunity for a Wellbeing Team Leader to join our Approved Premises Contract covering Bangor and Wrexham.
As a Wellbeing Team Leader, you will directly manage the Wellbeing Practitioners to provide out-of-hours, in-person support for the wellbeing of people living in two Approved Premises (APs).
Working alongside the Approved Premises staff team, your role will enhance the current service delivery and contribute to the aim of improving wellbeing and reducing potential recall to the custodial estate.
The services will be delivered from 5-10 pm two evenings a week, and one weekend day.
The management responsibilities of the service will include some evening and weekend work to fulfil out-of-hours management duties.
Key Responsibilities Provide direct line management support for the Wellbeing Practitioners.
Ensure practitioners receive support and supervision and attend regular training opportunities.
Be responsible for completing the rota of planned groups and activities, ensuring there is always an 8-week rolling programme of engagement.
Deliver wellbeing support as part of a whole service response for people living in the approved premises.
Conduct wellbeing support assessments and plans.
Work in partnership with the allocated practitioner to ensure consistency of offer and manage risk.
Facilitation of both one-to-one and group work focused on improving wellbeing.
Working with the individual, develop wellbeing profiles detailing what works for them in times of crisis, what improves wellbeing and what contributes to risk, providing clear guidance for the AP team.
Contribute to the delivery of key commissioned objectives and performance indicators, ensuring work is completed on time and to a high standard in line with contractual requirements.
Attend all relevant training for the role.
Work with the other Team Leader and Service Manager to ensure consistency of offer and approaches across Wales.
Attend and engage in practitioner wellbeing sessions, including reflective practice and supervision.
Essential Skills Ability to build quick, positive relationships with people who have mental health support needs.
Good report-writing and note-keeping skills.
Full driving licence and access to own transport with business class insurance.
Desirable Skills Understanding of psychological assessments, specifically in the field of mental health.
Committed to promoting the Welsh language Please note that applicants must complete a 500
- We encourage applications from Welsh speaking candidates.
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