Homelessness Prevention Team Probation Service Officer Fixed Term (Cardiff) (Ref: 5781)

Summary: The Homelessness Prevention Team Probation Service Officer role in Cardiff involves managing individuals on probation, focusing on risk assessment, offender management, and collaboration with various agencies to support rehabilitation. The position is fixed-term until March 2026, with responsibilities including case management, report writing, and ensuring compliance with legal and procedural standards. The role requires effective communication and a commitment to equality and inclusion in all aspects of work. The job holder must also be prepared for potential out-of-hours work related to court and community services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake offender management tasks for individuals assessed as low or medium risk and support high-risk cases.
• Contribute to the delivery of Risk Management plans and report significant changes in risk or non-compliance.
• Use computer systems to maintain records and documentation within agreed timescales.
• Ensure effective referrals and communicate with various stakeholders to review progress and risks.
• Conduct visits to prisons, homes, or other locations as required.
• Work in court settings, completing reports and prosecuting breaches.
• Provide team cover as needed and co-lead accredited programmes.
• Conduct mandatory drug and alcohol tests and follow medication procedures.
• Carry out safeguarding duties in accordance with statutory responsibilities.
• Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills and challenge anti-social behaviour.

Key Skills:

• Experience in offender management and risk assessment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various agencies.
• Proficiency in using computer-based systems for documentation.
• Understanding of equality and inclusion principles.
• Knowledge of legal and procedural requirements in probation services.
• Ability to conduct assessments and manage cases effectively.
• Skills in report writing and documentation.
• Capability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Fluency in English and, if specified, Welsh.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Cardiff

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other