Social Worker (Justice Service)
- Location:
- Criminal Justice Building, Brockville, Hope Street, Falkirk, FK1 5RW
- Salary:
- £36,944 - £40,243 per year
- Contract Type:
- Permanent
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 37 hours per week
Job Advert
Falkirk Justice Services are seeking to recruit highly motivated social workers to be based in our Assessment and Case Management Team. The postholders will hold a mixed caseload and provide supervision to individuals subject to community-based sentences or Throughcare licences. The posts are offered on a full time and permanent basis.
Applicants must be fully qualifiedsocial workers with SSSC registration and PVG Adults and Children. Current or recent experience of working with individuals subject to either community or custodial sentences is essential. The postholders will be required to prepare reports for both Courts and the Parole Board therefore previous experience of report writing to a high standard is essential. You must be able to demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies andguidance in relation to justice social work and thecriminal justice system. Due to service needs at this time we are seeking experiencedsocial workers already trained in risk assessment tools such as LSCMI / SA07.
The post holder is also required to undertake work out with normal office hours but within contracted weekly hours.
If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to gain/maintain PVG scheme membership.
For an informal discussion please contact David Timpany, Audrey Steel or Lynne Elflain, Team Managers, Tel: 01324 506464.
Please refer to the job profile for further details.
Please specify any dates you are unable to attend for interview on your application form.