Support Worker - Criminal Justice

Support Worker – Criminal Justice
  
Salary:            £20,960 per annum (FTE £26,200)
Hours:            30 hours per week
Job Type:       Permanent
Location:        Covering Weston-Super-Mare, Highbridge & Bridgwater
Based from Taunton office
  
Job Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a Support Worker to join a Criminal Justice service supporting adults who have experienced homelessness and are leaving prison.
The role involves providing practical and emotional support to clients with a range of complex needs, including mental health, substance misuse, trauma, domestic abuse and ongoing involvement with the criminal justice system.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage referrals and complete needs and risk assessments.
Develop and deliver personalised support plans based on individual needs.
Support clients to maintain their accommodation and develop the skills needed for independent living.
Provide advice and guidance around benefits, budgeting, accessing services and accommodation.
Work closely with Probation, Police and other external agencies to provide effective multi-agency support.
Ensure clients understand their rights, responsibilities and licence conditions when moving into accommodation.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and reporting requirements.
Support clients to make positive changes and reduce the risk of repeat homelessness or offending.
Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota. About You:
Experience supporting vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs and challenging behaviours.
Experience working within housing, homelessness, criminal justice or a similar support setting would be advantageous.
Confident working with external agencies and multi-disciplinary professionals.
Good understanding of safeguarding, risk management and person-centred support.
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle for business use.
Business insurance will be required due to regular travel across Somerset. Benefits
27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan.
Competitive pension scheme.
Blue Light Card.
Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions.
Free monthly training and development opportunities.
Supportive working environment with strong opportunities for career progression   
For more info, please contact Inca Reynolds on (phone number removed) or apply now