Job Details
As a Justice Worker, you’ll play a key role in supporting people involved with Justice Services by carrying out assessments, managing cases, and helping improve outcomes for individuals, families, and the wider community. You’ll work closely with partners across social work, health, education, police and the voluntary sector to ensure people receive safe, effective and person‑centred support.
What You’ll Do
You will be responsible for a range of tasks, including:
Coordinating and managing a caseload, using electronic recording systems accurately
Assessing needs and risks, and contributing to more complex assessments
Developing and contributing to case management plans
Writing clear, informed reports with recommendations
Maintaining regular contact with service users
Supporting independence, inclusion, and positive outcomes
Working collaboratively with partner agencies
Ensuring risk assessment and risk management underpin all interventions
The Person
Essential skills and experience include:
Experience working in a relevant setting
Knowledge of professional practice models, guidelines and information‑sharing protocols
Strong communication, problem‑solving and report‑writing skills
Ability to provide a consistent, effective service
IT competence and confidence using electronic systems
Understanding of equality, diversity and empowerment in practice
Before confirming to your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland and become a member of the relevant PVG scheme.