At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide assessments and support services for women in the Norfolk area involved with the Criminal Justice System.
- Company: St Giles focuses on resettlement and rehabilitation for individuals in the criminal justice system.
- Benefits: The role offers a community-based approach and significant partnership working opportunities.
- Other info: This position is exclusively for female applicants as per The Equality Act 2010.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team dedicated to supporting vulnerable women facing multiple disadvantages.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a caseworker delivering gender-specific and trauma-responsive interventions is required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Due to the nature of the service, the role is only open to female applicants and The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1 applies to this post.
Are you a dynamic, collaborative and compassionate individual with a proven track record as a caseworker delivering gender specific and trauma responsive interventions which support resettlement and rehabilitation of female adults in the criminal justice system, whether in the community or in prisons? If so, St Giles is looking for a Female Link Worker who will be responsible for providing an initial assessment and a time-effective, whole-system support service for women within the Norfolk area who have come into contact with the Criminal Justice System.
The service users supported by this role will be individuals facing various and multiple disadvantages, including:
- mental health needs
- housing issues
- debt
- substance misuse
- family and relationship issues
- individuals who have suffered domestic and sexual abuse
- those at risk of offending or reoffending
You will be required to tailor the service to meet the needs of the women on your caseload and assist in diverting them away from the Criminal Justice System. The role will be community-based and client-led and will involve significant partnership working.
Female Link Worker in Norfolk employer: ST GILES TRUST
St Giles is committed to helping women in the criminal justice system, providing tailored support for mental health, housing, and more. Located in Norfolk, the team values collaboration and compassion in their mission to rehabilitate and resettle individuals. Employees benefit from a supportive environment focused on impactful community work.
