Probation service officer - Service Care Solutions - Social Work : Job Details

Probation Service OfficerOverviewWorking within the sentence management team within the Unpaid Work teams, delivering case management to all UPW requirements in that area.LOCATION: BradfordHOURS:       37 hoursPAY RATE:  £15.40 PAYE exclusive per hour or £21.58 Ltd umbrella rate per hourFull 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

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