Social Worker (Justice) - Grindlay Court Social Work Centre - 14499_1778581384

Social Worker - Justice Services Grindlay Court Social Work Centre 2 Posts: Justice Pathways Service (JPS) We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us as Social Workers in the Justice Practice Team and Justice Pathways Service. This team undertakes a range of statutory social work tasks with individuals in contact with the Criminal Justice System, in accordance with National Outcomes and Standards for Social Worker Services in the Criminal Justice System in Scotland. This includes the supervision and assessment of people subject to Court Orders and supervision in the community following release from prison. The overall remit of the team is to deliver a service that is responsive to the risks and needs of men affected by complex trauma and/or substance use. These posts would be especially suitable for Social Workers with a particular interest in Trauma Informed Practice, Early Intervention and Groupwork. Edinburgh Justice Services are committed to providing high quality services while ensuring a compassionate approach to people accessing our services and supporting staff wellbeing. We offer a high level of training to support continuous professional development and to deliver a broad range of interventions, including established, accredited, group work programmes. We are implementing Trauma Informed Practice, Safe & Together™ and Restorative Justice practice models and interventions across our services, and are establishing a Women's Centre, in partnership with NHS Lothian, to reduce barriers and meet the needs of women involved in the justice system. Candidates will have a Social Work qualification recognised by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) and be registered, or eligible to register, with the SSSC. This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. View Social Worker Job Description View Social Worker Person Specification