Probation service officer

Probation Service Officer
 
LOCATION: Liverpool
HOURS:       37 hours
PAY RATE:  £21.58 ltd per hour (umbrella rate), equivalent to £16.39 PAYE per hour
 
Full 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 
Anyone interested can email an up to date CV to (url removed) or call Andy on (phone number removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed