Overview
In this role you support women within the criminal justice system, guiding them to understand factors behind their involvement and create pathways forward. You will work as part of a women-centered, trauma-informed service that collaborates with partners across locations. The role focuses on empowering decision-making and building skills to improve lives for women, families, and communities. A meaningful hook is the opportunity to contribute to transforming lives through compassionate, person-centered support.
Responsibilities
- Guide women through the complexities they face and provide practical guidance
- Equip clients with knowledge and skills to make informed choices
- Deliver trauma-informed support within a women-centered service
- Collaborate with colleagues to identify pathways and referrals
- Provide compassionate, empathetic case support to individuals with multiple needs
- Contribute to planning and delivering support sessions and activities
- Maintain accurate records and progress notes in line with service protocols
- Support continuity of care across locations (Rotherham and Barnsley)
- Engage with families and the community to bolster outcomes
- Ensure safeguarding and confidentiality in all interactions
Key requirements
- Understanding and experience of working with people who have multiple needs
- Caring and compassionate demeanor
- Dynamic, personable, creative, highly motivated and empathic approach
- Ability to work within a trauma-informed framework
- Commitment to women’s empowerment and rights
- Female candidates only (sex-based exemption under Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9)
- empathy
- compassion
- creativity
- trauma-informed approach
- support planning
- advocacy
Women’s Justice Service Project Worker in Barnsley employer: barnsley council
GROW is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering women and fostering a supportive work environment. With a focus on employee growth, we offer training and development opportunities that enable our team to make a meaningful impact in the lives of women within the criminal justice system. Located in Rotherham, our culture is built on compassion, creativity, and collaboration, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about social change.
