Youth Justice Case Manager

Job Title: Youth Justice Case Manager Location: Sefton (Magdalen House, Bootle) Contract: Full-time Pay Rate: £26.12 per hour Recruitment Agency: Service Care, recruiting on behalf of Sefton Council Contact Information:

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Job Overview:Service Care is seeking a dedicated and experienced Youth Justice Case Manager to join the Youth Offending Team at Sefton Council. This role is pivotal in supporting Sefton's Youth Justice Service, working in partnership with other services to help children thrive, keep them safe, and prevent them from entering the criminal justice system. When children do enter the system, you'll play a crucial role in helping them make positive changes and build a more promising future. Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Take lead responsibility for children's cases, coordinating interventions and support for a complex and varied caseload, including those involving Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA).
• Intervention Planning: Assess the needs of children, including risks of reoffending and harm, and develop multi-agency intervention plans to reduce these risks and improve safety and well-being.
• Direct Support: Engage in direct work with children and their families, utilizing your knowledge and skills to promote positive change and divert them from criminal activity.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with Council and partnership colleagues, sharing knowledge and best practices to achieve successful outcomes.
• Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports for Referral Order Panels and Courts, and maintain up-to-date, high-quality records using the Case Management System.
• Risk Management: Take responsibility for the reporting of risk and vulnerability, ensuring all reports are timely, accurate, and adhere to Youth Justice Service standards.

Requirements:

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Work, Diploma in Probation Studies, Dip HE Youth & Community, or a relevant youth/criminal justice degree with associated experience.
• Significant post-qualification experience in assessing and analysing the needs of children and families.
• Strong knowledge of youth justice legislation and safeguarding practices.
• Proven ability to engage with hard-to-reach children and families and deliver effective interventions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience in preparing reports for courts and other formal settings.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in line with Sefton and National Standards.
• Proficiency in using ICT systems, including Child View or other Youth Justice case management systems.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to undertake further training.

Special Requirements:

• The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
• A valid driving license and access to a vehicle insured for business use is necessary as the post is designated as a casual car user.

How to Apply:If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the necessary experience, we want to hear from you! Contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care for more information or to apply: