Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker
An exciting opportunity for a Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker to deliver trauma-informed support, case management and therapeutic group work within a womens criminal justice service, helping individuals rebuild their lives and reduce re-offending.
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SALARY: £26,278 per annum + Benefits
LOCATION: Birmingham, West Midlands with travel across the Black Country
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
WORKING HOURS : 37.5 hours per week
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker within a women-only criminal justice programme supporting individuals supervised by probation services.
As a Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker you will deliver trauma-informed, gender-specific interventions including one-to-one support, group work, outreach and community engagement, using effective case management and safeguarding practice.
Working collaboratively within a partnership model, the Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker will support women with multiple and complex needs including accommodation, finance, wellbeing, recovery and social inclusion, helping them build resilience and achieve sustainable change.
DUTIES
Your duties as the Womens Specialist Criminal Justice Practitioner / Female Support Worker include:
Case Management: Manage an active caseload, completing assessments, support plans and risk assessments using a trauma-informed approach
One-to-One Support: Deliver personalised interventions that promote rehabilitation, social inclusion and reduced re-offending
Group Facilitation: Plan and deliver therapeutic group work and psycho-social programmes that inspire engagement and change
Outreach & Advocacy: Provide proactive outreach support, accompany individuals to appointments and act as an advocate where required
Partnership Working: Build and maintain professional relationships with probation services and partner agencies across voluntary and statutory sectors
Through-the-Gate Support: Engage with women pre-release and support transition into the community
Safeguarding & Risk Management: Identify, assess and manage risk, ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times
Monitoring & Reporting: Maintain accurate case records, update case management systems and contribute to performance reporting
Community Asset Building: Support access to education, employment, accommodation and community resources
Team Contribution: Participate in meetings, training and provide cover for colleagues as required
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
ESSENTIAL
Relevant degree or professional qualification (minimum NVQ Level 4) in a related field such as Criminology, Probation, Health and Social Care or Social Work
Previous experience in working with women, particularly those with multiple and complex needs
Experience within the criminal justice system or probation environment
Experience of holding and managing an active caseload
Experience of delivering group work and one-to-one interventions
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding procedures
Ability to complete assessments, care planning and risk assessments
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport
Competent IT skills including case management systems and Microsoft Office
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Eligibility to work in the UK
DESIRABLE
PTTLS Level 34 or equivalent training qualification
Experience of working with families and community organisations
Prison clearance or ability to obtain security clearance
Experience developing programme or learning materials
BENEFITS
Mileage allowance
Training and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to group clinical supervision
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Wellbeing day
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Time off in lieu for additional hours worked
This role requires a DBS check and enhanced police checks
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JOB REF: AWDO-P14429
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