Job Introduction

London Borough of Hackney and HMP Thameside are looking to recruit a "Through the Gate Well Being and Resettlement Worker" based in HMP Thameside and identifying and engaging with Hackney prisoners as the enter the prison until they are released and after.

Ensuring that all residents are aware of what services are in Hackney wrapped around Criminal Justice and drug and alcohol misuse ensuring positive interactions to break the cycle of committing crime and going to jail whilst struggling with drug and or alcohol dependence.

Role Responsibility

Join us as one of our Wellbeing Recovery Workers and you'll assist with the delivery of a high-quality, person-centred service. You'll work with service users to develop support packages that are realistic and flexible, and take a collaborative approach with our partners Oxleas and Catch 22, as well as working alongside community DIP teams. Duties will include, providing advice, information and sign-posting to service users as well as facilitating groups, educating on harm reduction and undertaking 1-2-1 recovery planning. You will also be responsible for risk assessments and ensuring that appropriate and punctual reports are produced and accurate records are maintained.

The Ideal Candidate

Resilience, independence and a pro active desire to make a difference working with demanding & challenging prisoners in and out of prison. A good knowledge of Hackney and the Criminal Justice pathways would be an advantage. Literacy / numeracy / IT capability at a functional level and the ability to report write / input / interpret DATA will be necessary.

About us

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 28 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 30 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

As part of the fight against COVID-19 here are some of the measures we have in place to keep our team members and the people we support safe:

• Enhanced Infection/Prevention Control Measures, including the use of PPE, social distancing and regular testing
• Following all government guidance applicable to our services as a minimum and ensuring our teams are trained effectively
• Strongly encouraging colleagues to receive a vaccination to keep themselves and those around them safe, enabling access through time off & covering transport costs
• Regular updates, FAQs, myth busting from Turning Point’s clinical team as well as wellbeing seminars which provide support on a variety of topics

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

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