RFEA and Walking With the Wounded (WWTW) are looking for a highly motivated self-starter with knowledge of the Armed Forces and Ex-Services charity network and the ability to understand the challenges more vulnerable veterans and their families have to overcome, particularly those who have entered the Criminal Justice System. This person will be home based travelling extensively around the Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire region to provide face to face support to veterans' families within their home locations. The Family Support Worker will provide dedicated case management for support for families of veterans who have been arrested or are at risk of arrest and are engaged with Project Nova.

Project Nova is a support programme for veterans identified in Police Custody; it is focussed on early intervention, support and diversion at point of arrest in order to prevent re-offending and a potential prison sentence. Project Nova is jointly delivered by RFEA and WWTW and working in partnership with the NHS Liaison and Diversion Teams, Police custody suites and the community.

The successful applicant for this role will have a track record of delivering high quality results, with a strong customer focus and be capable of working independently to targets and deadlines. Strong communication, IT and organisational skills are essential along with mentoring and coaching. Experience & knowledge of the criminal justice system, local government agencies and the ability to develop a network of contacts are also required, along with a clean driving licence. NVQ Level 4 in Advice and Guidance along with a good understanding of the employment market and vocational training are highly desirable.

Specific Responsibilities

Engagement

• Receive details of families who need support from the Project Nova Co-ordinators.
• Engage with families face-to-face for the initial visit and as necessary throughout the families’ engagement with Project Nova, following the Case Management Guidance, RFEA Policies and the Project Nova Procedures.
• Register each family’s details on the CRM and obtain consent to share their data with organisations in the support network and any further information required by the Project Nova registration.
• Undertake a needs assessment with each family.

Case Management

• Provide emotional support to families through regular contact whilst they are engaged with Project Nova.
• Establish a support plan with each family that provides for support from within RFEA and Walking with the Wounded and with the organisations in the Nova area Support Network.
• Work with families to ensure their effective participation in the Criminal Justice System, with other statutory services and with the support network.
• Keep clear records for each case on the CRM.
• Ensure confidentiality, the family is a separate case to the veteran, who is also supported by Project Nova.
• If appropriate, develop the employability and identify suitable opportunities for employment either, directly using RFEA employability tools and working with local employers or, through the wider RFEA or Walking With The Wounded.
• Project Nova is an active intervention. Close cases once the progress of family has reached its full potential, typically 9 months from engagement, identifying long term social contact, formal or informal, in every case.

Person Specification

Essential Competencies

• Highly motivated and independent, capable of working remotely across a wide geographical area.
• Resilient and able to work with individuals with complex needs and cope with the rigors that arise from working with families of veterans in the criminal justice system.
• Commitment to working with each family without prejudice and in an equitable manner, including those where family members have been arrested for violent or sexual offences.
• Experience of working with people using a mentoring or coaching approach to engage and support the individuals we work with to change their lives.
• Highly organised with strong IT skills and experience of using CRM systems.
• Strong communicators with families, referring organisations and within the Project Nova Team sharing information on cases with the Pathfinder (Regroup) Manager and other members of the team.
• Excellent team players who will contribute to a diverse and dedicated team.
• Driving licence and use of own car.

Desirable Competencies

• NVQ Level 4 Advice & Guidance.
• Experience of working as a Family Support Worker.
• Experience of working with the Armed Forces community

This role is 'Home Based' around the Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire areas and is offered initially on a one year fixed term contract, 35 hours per week with a starting salary of £26,000 rising to £27,000 after six months plus additional employee benefits.

To apply please submit a covering letter and applicable CV. The closing date is 15th December 2019. Interviews will take place in early January for immediate start depending upon required notice periods.

Applicants will be required to undertake an Enhance DBS Disclosure and Police Vetting.

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services for victims of all forms of gender-based violence (domestic, sexual, so called ‘honour’ violence, trafficking, prostitution, forced marriage, stalking and FGM). Every day we support over 6,000 women and children in our national network of services.  These include Independent Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Advocacy services (IDVAs/ISVAs and IGVAs), community outreach, specialist refuge accommodation, sanctuary services and culturally-specific services and the Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Violence Helpline (run in partnership between Refuge and Women’s Aid). We advise Government and lobby hard to keep violence against women and girls high on the public agenda. We run award-winning prevention and public education campaigns, managing a busy press office and website, and we are an accredited training provider. We give a voice to the voiceless.

Job title: Refuge Worker

Salary: £10,048 - £11,419 per annum

Hours: 18.75  hours per week

Location: Derby

Refuge, an award winning national charity, is recruiting a part time Refuge worker in our service in Derby.

This role requires an exceptional individual who wants to make a difference.

As Refuge Worker, you will be responsible for providing high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges.

You will ensure the smooth running of the refuge, including the admission of survivors of domestic violence to the refuge. You will also assess and advise on their entitlement to welfare and housing benefits and housing management.

You will develop support plans for each resident and aid them to obtain permanent accommodation

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality, which underpin all of our work.

The successful candidate will have evidence of strong casework management skills, good written and verbal communication, and an understanding of the importance of maintaining professional boundaries. You will be required to bring safeguarding children or vulnerable adults to the immediate attention of the service manager, or if unavailable another manager. Direct experience of providing support to women is essential as is a current understanding of legislation relating to domestic violence including civil/criminal legislation and welfare rights.

The ability to work as part of an on-call rota is essential and occasional evening work in emergency situations.

Refuge is proud to be a leader in its field and an employer of choice with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.  Other benefits include 28 days holiday, pension scheme, an employee assistance programme and a childcare voucher scheme.

Closing date: 2nd January 2020

Interview date: 9th January 2020

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to quality, equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

No agencies please - as a charity we work hard to keep our costs down.

Outreach / Youth Worker (1 Year FTC)
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire (office/field based, with travel throughout North Nottinghamshire)

Are you passionate about supporting and empowering young people? Do you have experience of providing much-needed support to offenders or those at risk of offending?

If so, this is an incredible opportunity to help underprivileged young people overcome barriers, build confidence and achieve their goals.

About Us

The Inspire and Achieve Foundation (IAF) is a local, Mansfield-based charity that helps disadvantaged young people who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) conquer challenges, find their motivation and work towards a positive future.

We run a variety of outreach, mentoring and training programmes, including the Prince’s Trust Team Programme, to help young people aged 16 – 25 gain confidence and progress into employment or education.

We’re now looking for an Outreach / Youth Worker to join us on a one year fixed-term contract, starting January 2020. 

The Rewards

- Salary of £24,000 per annum
- Make a lasting difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people
- Take on an exciting role where you’ll be out and about, rather than at a desk all day
- Join a team who are passionate about giving back to society
- Enhance your experience with an established local charity

Many of the young people we work with have the odds stacked against them, particularly those who have been involved in the criminal justice system or are at risk of offending. Often, they will have low aspirations, low self-esteem and will find it hard to imagine a positive future for themselves. 

We focus on a young person’s potential, rather than their past and give them the tools they need to broaden their horizons, gain confidence in their own abilities and work towards a future full of promise.

You will have the opportunity to act as a catalyst for positive change and help young people discover their true worth, reduce their risk of reoffending and create the lives they choose.

Your Role

As an Outreach / Youth Worker, you’ll mentor young offenders, or those who are at risk of offending. You’ll provide them with guidance, support and advice to prevent them from reoffending and help them progress into education, employment and training.

You will work closely with the Prison Service, National Probation Service, Community Rehabilitation Companies (CRCs), Local Authorities, the Police and a wide range of community and voluntary organisations.

In this important role, you will: 

- Meet with young people, both prior to their release from prison and after they are released 
- Deliver intensive mentoring support and diversionary activities to reduce the risk of reoffending
- Find creative ways to engage with individuals and motivate them to make positive changes 
- Provide one-to-one mentoring and group support 

About You

To join us as an Outreach / Youth Worker, you will need:

- Experience of working with young people aged between 16 – 25 who are NEET and of managing challenging behaviour 
- Previous experience of supporting offenders or those at risk of offending, with knowledge of the challenges these individuals face 
- Extensive experience or knowledge of managing and minimising risk
- A track record of building and maintaining positive and productive relationships with stakeholders and professionals
- Experience of recruiting young people to take part in training or outreach activities in the community
- Knowledge of safeguarding children and young people and experience of managing such situations

Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Young People’s Support Worker, Youth Mentor, Young Offender’s Support Worker, Offender’s Support Worker, Community Outreach Worker, Programme Co-ordinator, Outreach Worker, or Community Support Worker.

Interviews for this role are scheduled to be held on Tuesday 17th December 2019. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Webrecruit and IAF are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re seeking a rewarding contract as an Outreach / Youth Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 17:00, 40 hours per week (some flexible working required) 

Nottingham Hospitals Charity is looking for an experienced motivated and creative Community Fundraising Manager to lead a team of three community fundraisers and be part of the senior fundraising team.

With demonstrable experience of delivering on fundraising targets, you will have experience in donor acquisition, large scale community events and working with donors and fundraisers to support their fundraising plans.

You will be skilled in communications with a wide range of donors and stakeholders and be capable of analysing data and producing reports that help in strategic decision making.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic team working in a fast paced hospital environment in our new offices we would love to hear from you.

To be considered for this role please send a completed Application Form along with a covering letter as to why you think you are suited to this role. 

Closing Date: Sunday 5th January - 11.30pm

Interview Date: Wednesday 15th January