Probation Service Court Officer

Hazz Design Consulting, Inc.; Oxford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Probation Service Officer to manage cases and support individuals on probation. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with probation requirements while providing essential support and motivation to offenders. Ideal candidates will possess strong empathy, patience, and resilience, making a tangible difference in the community. With opportunities for career development, this position offers a chance to engage with various agencies and contribute to crime prevention efforts. If you have a passion for helping others and excellent communication skills, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals facing social or personal challenges is highly valued.
• Excellent written communication skills are essential for producing reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads of individuals on probation and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with agencies to support victims and offenders.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Written Communication

Education

Degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Service Care Solutions are the leading recruitment agency for the Probation service nationwide. We are currently recruiting for a Probation Service Officer in Oxford! - Immediate Starts Available subject to security clearance!

LOCATION: Oxford Crown Court

HOURS: 37 hours per week

DURATION: Ongoing

PAY RATE: £18 – £21 (DoE)

As a PSO, you'll be responsible for managing your own caseload of individuals on probation, ensuring they actively engage with the Probation Service and fulfill their unpaid work requirements. You'll work closely with our dedicated delivery team to place offenders in suitable community placements and provide ongoing support and motivation throughout their sentence. This is a fast-paced role that offers excellent opportunities for career development and a chance to make a real difference in your community.

About You

We're looking for empathetic, patient, and resilient individuals who are committed to helping others. While a degree isn't essential, experience working with people facing social or personal challenges is highly valued. Excellent written communication skills are a must, as you'll be responsible for producing clear and accurate reports.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assess and manage the risk posed by offenders to protect victims and the public.
2. Supervise and manage offenders subject to community sentences.
3. Collaborate with other agencies to prevent crime and support victims and offenders.
4. Ensure compliance with Probation Service policies and procedures.
5. Provide case management support to offenders.
6. Produce accurate reports and documentation.
7. Conduct prison, home, or alternate location visits.
8. Work in court settings, including completing reports and prosecuting breaches.
9. Deliver and co-lead accredited programs.
10. Carry out safeguarding duties in accordance with agency policies.
11. Demonstrate pro-social modeling skills.

To Apply:

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