Referral Officer

https:/nacrojobs.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/3787/0/462763/23125/referral-officer; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization in Leeds is seeking a passionate Referral Officer to join their team. This role involves processing referrals from various stakeholders and making critical decisions regarding placements. Applicants should have a strong understanding of the criminal justice system and be able to work with vulnerable individuals. The position offers a supportive environment with growth opportunities and excellent benefits, while fostering a commitment to social justice.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement

Enhanced pay for sickness absence

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Commitment to values that empower vulnerable individuals.
• Experience with individuals in contact with the criminal justice system.
• Ability to develop person-centred support plans.

Responsibilities

• Process referrals and maintain accurate records.
• Make time-sensitive decisions for resident placements.
• Assess and document risks associated with referrals.

Skills

Understanding of Nacro’s values

Knowledge of criminal justice system issues

Person-centred support planning

Understanding of safeguarding

Ability to work with vulnerable adults

Job description

Referral Officer

Positions Available: 2

Location: Leeds

Leeds Harehills (Office Based)

Job Salary: £25,584 per annum

Job Hours: 35 hours per week (plus 5 hours paid lunch break)

About Nacro

Nacro is more than just a charity; it's a catalyst for change with over 50 years of dedicated service. We're committed to transforming lives, strengthening communities, and reducing crime across the nation. Our innovative services, including housing support and education programs, tackle the root causes of crime, offering holistic support to unlock individual potential. We're not just a charity; we're a movement, promoting diversity, inclusion, and a brighter future for all.

Company Values

At Nacro, we believe careers should be about making positive changes. With decades of experience, we're passionate about empowering vulnerable individuals and driving social justice.

Community Support Service – Tier 2 (CAS-2): Nacro's Community Support Service commissioned by the Ministry of Justice provides vital accommodation and support alternatives to custody. Our team offers flexible, holistic support to residents, helping them secure stable housing post-placement. This role is an excellent gateway into criminal justice and housing professions. Discover more about Nacro here.

About the Role

The Role of Referral Officer is integral to the success of the service and sits within the Referral Team at our new offices in Leeds. The Referral Centre is the initial point of contact for all CAS-2 related enquiries.

The Team is responsible for processing referrals which are received from stakeholders such as prison, probation and court and making the decision regarding an individual’s suitability and eligibility for placement into the service and liaising with those referrers mentioned above.

This role provides an excellent springboard into other criminal justice professions including experience of working with a range of criminal justice agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process referrals received from referrers.
• Maintain accurate records, analysing and flagging any anomalies to the Referral Hub Manager in line with policies and procedures.
• Make time‑sensitive decisions regarding the placement of a potential resident in conjunction with support colleagues and managers and in line with contractual and internal policies.
• Assess appropriate placements in sensitive addresses with more complex criteria, whilst making defensible decisions on referral suitability and documenting any additional risk.
• Undertake administrative tasks including coordinating and collating feedback narratives from residents in line with local and national policies.

Key Skills, Experience and Knowledge

• Understanding and commitment to Nacro’s values.
• Knowledge of the issues affecting people in contact with the criminal justice system and/or people experiencing homelessness.
• Ability to develop person‑centred support and move on planning.
• Understanding of safeguarding.
• Ability to work with vulnerable adults with complex needs such as substance misuse, physical health, mental health, seeking employment and housing support.

What you can expect from us

• A dynamic and supportive team who delivers results for the people we support every day.
• Possibility to work from home 1-2 days per week after a successful probationary period.
• A commitment to helping you learn and develop your career.
• Excellent benefits including annual leave entitlement, enhanced pay for sickness absence, family leave, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, pension scheme, health cash plan and many more. For further information about Nacro’s amazing benefits.

Vetting Requirements

Due to working with adults in a custodial setting, this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check against the adult workforce and prison clearance. Having a criminal record will not preclude your success in this role; any criminal record information will be subject to a fair and proportionate assessment. If you would like advice about applying for work with a criminal record, please contact our confidential Criminal Record Support Service on 0300 123 1999 or by email at [e-mail].

Visa Sponsorship

Please note that this role does not offer eligibility for visa sponsorship. For more information on UK working rights, please visit GOV.UK. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Further information

For more information about the role, please contact us. For further information about Nacro, please visit our website.

An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role, as well as registration on the DBS Update Service. These will be completed as part of the pre‑employment screening process. This role also requires a Prison Clearance.