Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time Restorative Justice Practitioner to join the team in Warwickshire, working 22.5 hours a week. This role is based at our office in Leamington Spa with regular travel required throughout the region.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change and improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience and adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer
* Flexible working options including hybrid working
* 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
* An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave
* Pension with 5% employer contribution
* Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
* High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts
* Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
* Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
* Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
* Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans
* Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression
About The Role
This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
Role Responsibilities
* Proactively promote the service, raise awareness of services & work collaboratively with professionals to improve access to and quality of services for victims of crime.
* Deliver excellent services to victims of crime through the direct provision of information, practical and emotional help.
* Undertake risk and needs assessments to address the specific needs of the client in line with VS operating procedures, following safeguarding policies and procedures with safeguarding leads and other agencies for an integrated approach to safeguarding concerns.
You Will Need
* Strong communication skills
* Experience delivering a service and working directly with service users in a statutory, voluntary or community setting
* Understanding and knowledge of a commitment to promoting equal opportunities, inclusion and diversity
* Ability to work without direct supervision, prioritise work and manage competing demands in an organized manner
* Ability to needs assess, risk assess and empathise with the victim
* A good understanding of Restorative Justice
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
About Us
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to make a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; background checks may be required. We strive to represent the diverse communities we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
How To Apply
To apply for this role please follow the link on our website to the Jobs page and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable applications. If you have already started an application, we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date where possible.
#J-18808-Ljbffr