OLR Case Worker

OLR Case Worker: Permanent: £26,811- £30,335: Full Time 37 hours per week

The Risk Management Authority (RMA) is a Non Departmental Public Body reporting to the Scottish Government. Our duties focus on protecting the public by ensuring that robust risk management practices are in place to reduce the risk of serious harm posed by violent and sexual offenders.

We are seeking an OLR Case Worker to join our Delivery Team on a full time, permanent basis.

The Role

The case worker will assist in the evaluation of Risk Management Plans for individuals subject to an Order for Lifelong Restriction (OLR); review annual reports on the implementation of Risk Management Plans; support the administration of processes for the accreditation of risk assessors; quality assure risk assessment reports; assist in the administration of the RMA’s case management system; and support the work of the RMA Board and Management Team.

The Person

The role has a broad range of responsibilities and applicants must be able to demonstrate strong analytical ability, excellent written and verbal communication skills; and be highly organised. In addition, applicants should be used to dealing with confidential information with integrity and efficiency. Knowledge regarding the assessment and management of serious violent and sexual offenders is essential.

The role is suitable to recent graduates in the fields of either psychology, criminal justice, social work or law; or individuals with practical experience of managing complex cases within defined processes.

Terms & Conditions

The RMA offers excellent conditions of employment, which include 25 days annual leave, 11½ days public/privilege holidays, flexible working hours and civil service pension.

The post of OLR Case Worker is a Grade 3 post with a salary range of £26,811 - £30,335.

Enquiries

To arrange a confidential discussion about the position, or if you have any process queries, please contact Paul Foy at recruitment@rma.gov.scot or call 0141 278 4478.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Sunday the 1st March 2020.