Justice Case Worker

Guadalupe Regional Medical Center; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking charity recognized for its commitment to employee satisfaction and community impact. This role offers a unique opportunity to support individuals within the criminal justice system, focusing on their rehabilitation and resettlement. You will manage a diverse caseload, helping clients secure accommodation, develop essential skills, and achieve their goals. With a strong emphasis on personal development and community support, you will play a vital role in transforming lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and have relevant experience, this position is your chance to contribute meaningfully to society.

Benefits

25 days leave

2 days paid volunteering

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals in prison or custodial settings.
• Support for clients facing mental health or homelessness challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients in prison and probation settings.
• Provide 1:1 support and guidance for client rehabilitation.

Skills

Experience in criminal justice system

Support for vulnerable clients

Goal setting and guidance

Education

Degree in Criminology

Job description

Would you like to join a charity recognized as a great place to work (Investors in People / Best Companies Awards)? Join them at the start of an exciting journey with their new cutting-edge criminal justice support programme.

Role Overview

In this role, you will manage a caseload of clients across prison and probation settings to support their rehabilitation. The key focus is resettlement and securing employment, which includes helping clients develop skills, secure accommodation, and gain necessary support. You will provide 1:1 support and guidance, setting goals and milestones to aid their progress.

You will work across HMP Bedford (typically 3-4 days a week) and then Luton & Bedford probation trust.

Candidate Requirements

To apply, you must have experience working with individuals within the criminal justice system, either in a prison or custodial setting. Alternatively, experience supporting vulnerable clients in areas such as mental health, substance abuse, or homelessness is valuable. Criminology graduates with relevant volunteer experience are also encouraged to apply (such as working with clients who face similar challenges).

Application Process

Please apply via this advert; we aim to respond to everyone. If you haven't heard back within 72 hours, please complete the Send Us A Message form on the Contact Us page on the Red 5 People website, and we guarantee a real person will get back to you. For more details about the role, please call the office and ask for Lawrence (number on the Red 5 People website).

Preferred Background

You might have previously worked as a prison officer, probation officer, resettlement worker, supported housing officer, drug and alcohol worker, careers advisor, employment advisor, or hostel worker. Alternatively, you might be a criminology graduate looking to get your first step on the career ladder (and have some relevant voluntary or paid experience).

Benefits

• 25 days leave (increasing over time)
• 2 days paid volunteering
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life assurance

Interviews are ASAP.