Job Location : London, UK
The candidate will assist in the prevention and reduction of crime in Lewisham through case management of individuals with identified mental health issues who have perpetrated or are at risk of violence and struggle to access/engage in mental health services. This will include assessment, report preparation, intervention, case planning and review, as appropriate to the work of the team and service unit.
Summary of Responsibilities and Personal Duties:
Knowledge
Knowledge of criminal justice legislation particularly the Crime and Disorder Act. Also related fields including ETE, housing linked to criminogenic need.
Knowledge of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice and their importance in working with perpetrators and victims in a risk based environment.
Knowledge of good practice in the support and resettlement of perpetrators and support for victims Knowledge of the different mental health concerns and contributing factors that lead to the detrition in a young person mental health
Good knowledge on mental health services / support services for young
Aptitude
Ability to engage effectively with victims, perpetrators and their families
Ability to assess the needs of victims and perpetrators and provide and promote effective interventions Ability to gather and analyse statistics and to review and evaluate services being provided
Skills
Strong skills in case management. Excellent communication skills.
Strong risk assessment and risk management skills.
Experience
Strong experience in working with young people that display mental health concerns with an ability to create positive relationships.
Experience of delivering interventions to address the resettlement needs of perpetrators, victims or other vulnerable adults.
Strong and detailed experience in risk assessment and risk management skills.
Experience of liaising with a range of statutory and non-statutory agencies.
Excellent experience of working in a multi-cultural setting.
Experience of implementing, monitoring and reviewing programmes. Experience of providing support and advocacy
General Education
Evidence of continued professional and personal development.
Educated to NVQ / A level with extensive experience &/or Professional qualification related to Community Safety or/& the Criminal Justice System with practice experience
Personal Qualities
Sensitive to the needs of victims, perpetrators and their families Creativity and innovation.
Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative Overcoming barriers.
Salary : 19 - 20
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