Youth Offending Team Officer - WiltshireAre you a passionate, dedicated Youth Offending Team Officer looking for your next role? 4Recruitment Services are recruiting a Youth Offending Team Officer to join the team based in Trowbridge.Trowbridge, WiltshireUmbrella Pay- £30.00 per hour02/04/2024 – 3 months initiallyMonday to Friday, 9am – 5pm, 37 hrs/week – Hybrid (office attendance 2 – 3 times per week)The service is responsible for ensuring that children and young people involved in the Youth Justice System or being exploited are provided with intervention and support to best meet their needs and to ensure they have the best opportunities to succeed in life.The role:
The Youth Offending Team: this seeks to provide children and young people, particularly those who are vulnerable with positive, preventative, out of court, and statutory intervention they need to improve their safety and wellbeing and prevent offending or re-offending.Effective assessment of young people who have offended and the management of risk and safeguarding issues.Effective supervision of young people who have been remanded to custody and those requiring support in the community, as directed by the Youth CourtProvision of effective pre-court interventionsSupervision of young people who have been given Court Orders managed in the community, including the provision of a lay youth panel to discharge the responsibilities of Referral OrdersSentence planning for young people in custody and their supervision on release.To protect the public and offer satisfactory reparation and support to victims of youth crime.To prevent family breakdownTo prevent children and families needing more intensive statutory servicesTo deliver an effective family-based and relationship-based approach to enable children and families to achieve positive outcomesTo meet all relevant statutory responsibilities
Requirements:
UK Driving Licence, access to a vehicle, business insuranceRecent experience working as a Youth Offending Team OfficerUp to date knowledge of key youth justice legislation, policies and practices central to the implementation of a professional YOT practice on behalf of the YOT partnershipThorough understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people who are involved in the youth justice system, those who have experienced trauma and children in care and the ability to put trauma informed work into practiceThorough knowledge and understanding of child/ adolescent development, the risks and indicators of exploitation (CSE and CCE), disruption techniques and how to work with young people who are involved/ at risk of entering the youth justice system, displaying significant vulnerabilities, going missing, or at risk of/being exploitedExperience of completing asset plus assessments, joint investigations reports and plans for children identified as vulnerable, involved in the Youth Justice system, and in needProfessional relevant level Qualifications such as Social Work (DipSw, CQSW) Teaching, Diploma in Probation Studies, Nursing, Occupational Therapists with post qualification experience in a relevant field, Youth Work (JNC recognised qualification in youth and community work at level 4 or above), and/or equivalent degree/post graduate Diploma in Careers Guidance, or relevant level degree such as Psychology, Criminology, Youth JusticeEnhanced Child DBS registered to the update service
Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.If you are a Youth Offending Team Officer and would like to express your interest, please contact us for this great opportunity by calling on 0808 178 4445 (option1) and speak to The Care Team Or email on, Careteam@4recruitmentservices.com....Read more...
Youth Justice Officer (Social Worker - Advanced (4 Years) (PO3))
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join this progressive company operating within the youth justice sector. As a Youth Justice Officer in this role, you will supervise statutory orders for children and young people, ensuring the court's sentence is delivered through facilitating compliance or enforcement where needed.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Youth Justice Officer, key responsibilities will include: conducting in-depth ASSETPlus assessments to understand offending behaviours; representing the company at youth courts and managing a complex caseload; developing intervention plans with measurable targets; multi-agency working and information sharing; providing support for remanded young people; advising on safety, welfare and protection concerns. Experience in statutory social work roles such as Youth Justice Officer or Probation Officer is essential for this technical position.
The Successful Candidate:
To be considered for this role as a Youth Justice Officer, you will have a minimum of two years' experience in a statutory youth justice or social work context. Expertise in using assessment tools such as ASSETPlus to analyse risk and develop robust risk management plans is critical. Strong written communication and case management skills are needed to undertake reporting duties. As a qualified social worker or probation officer, you will have the skills to engage effectively with young people and represent the interests of both victims and offenders.
Benefits:
In return for your experience as a Youth Justice Officer, this company offers competitive salary plus training and development opportunities. The role allows opportunities for specialism in areas such as court work, custody visits or remand support. Career progression is also available to more senior Youth Justice Officer roles within the company. Join this innovative organisation to make a positive difference as a skilled Youth Justice Officer (Social Worker - Advanced (4 Years) (PO3)).
For a confidential discussion about this unique role, please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your suitability and interest.....Read more...
Sirona Medical are looking to recruit a Youth Justice Officer with experience in Asset Plus Assessment in London. If you are available and interested in working with Sirona Medical as a Qualified Social Worker/Probation Officer in London please do not delay in contacting us. Job Role: This particular role is based within Islington. The Youth Justice Officer must have experience of Asset Plus assessments, working with high risk children and young people, proficient in youth court and managing a complex caseload.To supervise the statutory orders that children and young people become subject to that are the responsibility of the Youth Justice Service.To ensure the sentence of the court is delivered by encouraging and facilitating compliance by young people with their court orders and to use enforcement processes in cases where young people do not comply with their court orders.To prepare pre-sentence, referral order reports and other reports according to national standards.To represent the Youth Justice Service at the Youth Court and other Courts, including the Crown Court as required, including Saturday, Bank Holiday and any other occasional Courts.In partnership with children’s service social work teams to provide support for young people remanded to Local Authority accommodation to enable them to remain in the community and reduce any risk of re-offending.To work in partnership with the Secure Estate visiting and delivering a service to young people who are remanded or sentenced to custody in order to address their offending behaviour and related issues in preparation for release and to facilitate their resettlement into the communityTo undertake office duty as required -To manage a caseload and undertake direct work with children, young people and their parents/carers, including lone working, undertaking home visits and meeting young people at other community venues.Have in depth experience ASSETPlus and other assessment tools to gather and analyse information that leads to an accurate in-depth understanding of a young person’s offending behaviour.To make accurate, clear assessments of risk in relation to harm to the public, dangerousness, re-offending and vulnerability and to develop and implement a risk management plan.To develop and deliver intervention plans with specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-bound targets which are based on assessed need and which help a young person avoid reoffending; assist a young person to achieve their potential and help to protect victims and communities.To promote multi agency working through good communication and attendance at case reviewsTo provide a robust structure of supervision and support for those young people on bail and at risk of being remanded in custody.To advise the line manager, Youth Justice Service Manager and/or other appropriate professionals of any concerns relating to the safety, welfare and protection of children and young people.To provide opportunities for restorative justice to victims and offenders.To represent the Youth Justice Service and promote its work to other agencies and provide reliable, accurate and timely information.To collaborate and work in partnership with other agencies in the public, private and voluntary sector in order to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.Sirona Medical will be providing the Youth Justice Officer to the Local Authority. You will be representing Sirona Medical and the Local Authority.The role is one Youth Justice Officer full time 35 hours per week. As a Youth Justice Officer, you must have a degree in either Social Work or Probation with a minimum of two years statutory experience within Youth Justice.AssetPlus trained.To act in accordance with Social Work England registration if applicable. What Sirona Medical will offer you: - Great pay rates dependent on specialities. - Variation of locations you want to be booked. - A dedicated recruitment consultant - 24 hour support. - Fast track registration with efficient compliance process. - An Excellent Referral Bonus Scheme! We also supply the following to both NHS and private sector. Nurse, General Nurse, RGN,NMC, Nurse, Band 5, Band 6, HCA, Community Nurse, specialist Nurse. A&E, Endoscopy, Theatre. Sirona Medical is a Healthcare Recruitment Agency supplying staff across many sectors within the UK. Sirona Medical has an excellent reputation for providing reliable Healthcare Professionals to both the NHS and private sector. We are renowned for our fast, friendly and high quality service. Our thorough recruitment process ensures that we only provide the very best talent to our clients. With over 60 years combined experience in the recruitment industry, our experienced Recruiters are always available to provide you with the highest service levels. Sirona Medical believes in the ethics of providing more than just a service, but a relationship that allows both clients and candidates, to feel that no matter the query, request or demand, we will meet and exceed your expectations. Talk to real human, a real recruiter not a computer or an order filler, honestly we don’t bite, please give us a call when you are free or contact us via the advertisement apply button, alternatively send us an email. ....Read more...
Do you have experience working with young people in care or in the justice system? Are you interested in working with young offenders? Are you emotionally and physically resilient?
If you have answered yes to any of the above, then please get in touch as we have an opportunity available with the local authority to work in one of their secure children’s homes as a Residential Care Worker.
The unit is a secure children’s home which offers care and support to young people aged 10-18 who have been referred by the Youth Custody Service and includes Youth Offenders.
The young people can present physically threatening behaviour and the environment can become tense and anxiety provoking, so for everybody's safety surveillance cameras are in use in most areas of the building.
On offer as a Residential Care Worker.
Starting salary of £27334
Secure Unit Allowance of £2,500 per annum
Additional £1,400 (approx) for Weekend and Bank Holiday working
OTE is £31,000
Rota’d hours between 7.30am-10.30pm and alternate weekend working - No Nights or Sleep Ins
On site meals usually eaten with the young people
Local authority employer benefits
Fully funded training and ongoing professional development
The successful candidate must have
Experience working with young people in Children;s Homes, Care Leavers, Youth Justice
Or Transferable experience from Prison Office, Probation Officer, Youth Offending, Custodial Services
Understanding of young people safeguarding, secure or prison environment
Emotional and Physical resilience as you will need to work with agressive behaviour and restraints
If you are looking for a new role in a secure service, apply here!
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I am currently recruiting for a probation officer to work alongside the youth offending team in Liverpool on an initial 6 month contract.
Candidates will be working within a YOS team to identify, manage and prepare appropriate young adult for transition into adult services in line with Transitions to adulthood best practice, and Maintain a Transitions to adulthood activity tracker to ensure all key activity is accounted for.
LOCATION: Liverpool
HOURS: 37 hours per week
PAY RATE: £26.45
Full Job Description
Depending on the role, work may include:
Working with people on probation to analyse and address their behaviour;
Assessing offender needs;
The preparation and delivery of reports (Court, Parole etc)
The assessment and management of the risk of serious harm posed by individuals
Accurate case recording
Deliver and lead accredited programmes in adherence to the Programme Manual
Able to facilitate learning events, provide guidance, support, feedback and mentoring to operational staff across the Probation Service through a programme of learning events.
The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary.
Essential Requirements
Possession of a Probation Qualification Framework Graduate Diploma/ Honours Degree in Community Justice integrated with Level 5 Diploma in Probation Practice, or a recognised qualification by the Secretary of State for Justice as per Section 10 of the Offender Management Act 2007.
Evidence of working for a recognised provider of probation services in the last 5 years.
Experience and knowledge of evidence based practice and risk/needs assessment tools, including OASys, SARA and RSR, for risk assessment and management, including the ability to use/learn quickly.
Experience of writing detailed reports to strict deadlines and quality standards, including Court reports including completion of the RSR tool, and parole reports.
Experience of using and maintaining Probation Service computer based systems to produce, update and maintain records and other documentation within agreed timescales – NDelius and OASys.
Working knowledge of Multi Agency Public Protection Arrangements.
Anyone interested can email an up to date CV to andrew.quinney@servicecare.org.uk or call Andy on 01772 208962....Read more...