Criminal Justice Worker
Looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference?
We’re seeking a passionate Criminal Justice Worker based in Southend-on-Sea, working full time (35 hours per week), to support adults aged 18+ involved in the criminal justice system who need help with drug and/or alcohol use. You’ll work within an integrated healthcare framework delivering person-centred psychosocial interventions, harm reduction and recovery-focused support.
This is a rewarding opportunity to help people rebuild their lives while working closely with courts, probation, healthcare teams and community partners.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Deliver assessments, care planning and tailored interventions for service users
- Provide 1:1 harm reduction and recovery support
- Advise magistrates and probation teams on suitability for ATRs and DRRs
- Manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely and effective support
- Work collaboratively with GPs, prisons, probation and external agencies
- Support clients with housing, benefits, training and employment referrals
- Maintain accurate case notes, reports and performance data
- Contribute to service targets, outcomes and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults or working in criminal justice, substance misuse or health/social care settings
- Strong understanding of risk assessments, safeguarding and case management
- Ability to build positive relationships with clients and partner agencies
- Organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities
- Confident using IT systems and maintaining accurate records
- A proactive, compassionate and solution-focused approach
Be part of a supportive team delivering life-changing services to those who need them most. If you’re motivated by helping others create safer, healthier futures, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and make an impact in Southend-on-Sea.
Please see attached Job Description for full details