OVERALL PURPOSE:We are looking for the right candidate to support our Service in HMP Garth prison. The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of our Buddy Support Worker programme, which trains prisoners to National Care Standards, adapted for use in Prison, to support other prisoners who have health and social care needs. 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 1. Service Delivery and Support: o Ensure positive health and wellbeing. o Provide person-centered activities that reflect individual rights and preferences. o Maintain meticulous records and share data responsibly. 2. Collaboration and Communication: o Engage with the wider Recoop team, other prison departments and external stakeholders. o Promote a positive work ethic and team culture. o Participate in relevant meetings and continuous professional development. 3. Strategic and Technical Contributions: o Contribute to innovative service development. o Advocate for Recoop service growth and business development. o Provide regular progress reports and maintain knowledge of relevant policies. 4. Management and Compliance: o Collect monitoring information and deliver reports. o Adhere to safety and risk requirements. o Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are met.
Back to searchBuddy co-ordinator
Service Care Solutions - Social Work
Posted a day ago, valid for 13 days
Preston, Lancashire PR4 0AS, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- We are seeking a candidate to support our Buddy Support Worker programme at HMP Garth prison, focusing on training prisoners to National Care Standards tailored for prison use.
- The role involves working closely with older prisoners, prison and probation staff, healthcare providers, and various agencies within the prison system.
- Key responsibilities include ensuring positive health and wellbeing, providing person-centered activities, and maintaining meticulous records while engaging with stakeholders.
- The position requires collaboration with the Recoop team and participation in service development and compliance with safety and risk requirements.
- Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, and the salary for this role is set at £28,000 per year.
