Criminal Justice Support Worker - Peer Mentoring - Lanarkshire
Sacro’s Mission is to promote safe and cohesive communities by reducing conflict and offending
Peer Mentoring Service, Lanarkshire
Sacro Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
31 days annual leave, po-rata plus 6 fixed public holidays, pro-rata
We are looking to recruit a Criminal Justice Support worker to work with people who are subject to diversion from prosecution and where the misuse of substances may have contributed to the offence. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who have a lived experience of the justice system or who have personal experience of recovery from substance use. You should be able to demonstrate good communication skills and be skilled at developing positive working relationships with both colleagues and those who come into contact with our services. Additional skills, which will be necessary include good organisation and IT skills. Successful applicants will be required to be flexible in approach and have the ability to travel across the South Lanarkshire area. You will work closely with local recovery services. You should be committed to helping others into recovery.
Experience of working in a supporting role is essential and a recognised qualification is desirable although full training will be given.
You will be committed to helping to overcome alcohol or substance issues by providing emotional and practical support to engage with recovery services.
You will be required to contribute to reports and to keeping records updated.
The role is as challenging as it is rewarding, you will need to have a non-judgemental value base, a sensitive and practical approach, and be person-centred and flexible to meet the needs of our service users.
Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme is a requirement for this posts.
If you would like an informal chat about the requirements of the role, please contact jthomace@sacro.org.uk.
Sacro values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community