prisoner coordinator

OVERALL PURPOSE:



To co-ordinate meaningful activity for the older population resident in HMP Altcourse providing high quality, innovative, holistic, advice and information in a responsive manner ensuring the needs of our service users, who often experience multiple and complex disadvantages are met.

Delivering social activity, health and independent living programmes.


Works with:


Older Prisoners, Prison and Probation Staff, Healthcare providers and other agencies within the prison.


Also with:


HMPPS (His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service), Ministry of Justice, housing providers, local authorities and other third sector organisations.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:



  • Service Delivery and Support:

    • Ensure positive health and wellbeing.

    • Provide person-centered activities that reflect individual rights and preferences.

    • Maintain meticulous records and share data responsibly.



  • Collaboration and Communication:

    • Engage with the wider Recoop team, other prison departments and external stakeholders.

    • Promote a positive work ethic and team culture.

    • Participate in relevant meetings and continuous professional development.



  • Strategic and Technical Contributions:

    • Contribute to innovative service development.

    • Advocate for Recoop service growth and business development.

    • Provide regular progress reports and maintain knowledge of relevant policies.



  • Management and Compliance:

    • Collect monitoring information and deliver reports.

    • Adhere to safety and risk requirements.

    • Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.




    • EDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS:



    • Essential:


      • Educated to at least “A” level, DipSW, or NVQ level 3.

      • Teaching or training qualifications (or willing to work towards).


    • Desirable:


      • Degree level education or equivalent professional qualification in a relevant discipline.



    WORK EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:



    • Essential:


      • Ability to build effective relationships.

      • Experience of working with older people, people in Criminal justice, or social care settings.

      • Experience of delivering services for older people.

      • Experience writing reports, letters, and other correspondence.

      • High level of IT literacy and a willingness to learn and use prison and Recoop IT systems.




    • Strong motivational skills.



    • Desirable:


      • Working with people with basic skills.

      • Knowledge of the voluntary sector.

      • Skilled in training/coaching/presenting.

      • Possess business development skills, identify, and develop potential funding opportunities.

      • Evidenced knowledge of the national and local offender management strategies.

      • Experience of supporting and motivating others.




    If you are interested in this role, please contact Andy at Service Care Solutions on01772 208962 or email andrew.quinney@servicecare.org.uk




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