Criminal Justice Social Worker
Ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals navigating the criminal justice system?
Falkirk Council is seeking an experienced and compassionate Criminal Justice Social Worker to join their team. This is an exceptional opportunity to use your skills and expertise to support individuals on their journey towards rehabilitation and reintegration into the community.
Benefits
Here at Randstad, we offer a wide range of benefits to support you in your career:
- Flexible Hours
- Free training to keep your Professional Development up to date
- Dedicated Randstad consultant to speak with one-to-one
- Referral scheme - receive £300 in vouchers! (subject to Ts and Cs)
- Reliable weekly payroll
Responsibilities
As a Criminal Justice Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals within the criminal justice system. Your key responsibilities include:
- Managing a diverse caseload of individuals, including those who have been convicted of offences ranging from domestic violence to sex offences.
- Preparing comprehensive reports for the courts and the Parole Board, providing expert analysis of individuals' backgrounds, risk factors, and potential for rehabilitation.
- Collaborating with other professionals in the criminal justice system, including probation officers, police officers, and court staff, to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to supporting individuals.
- Managing CPO (Community Payback Orders) and Throughcare Licences, working with individuals to ensure compliance with their requirements and to provide support and guidance as they transition back into the community.
- Applying a trauma-informed approach to working with individuals, recognizing the impact of trauma on their lives and providing culturally sensitive and tailored support.
- Assessing and managing the risk posed by individuals, promoting public safety while providing support and intervention.
Requirements
- Degree or equivalent in Social Work
- Registration with SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council)
- Car Driver
- LSCMI trained
- SARAv3 and Caledonian Experience preferred
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply now!
Please don't hesitate to contact Julia Battista on 0131 240 0887 for a productive conversation about the above role or any other opportunities we may have to offer.
Here at Randstad, we pride ourselves in quality services and are committed to helping you find fulfilling roles that make a difference. We work with a wide range of local authorities to connect talented professionals like you with opportunities that align with your skills and passions.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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