Job description: About The Role

ADD TO LIFE. EVERY LIFE
Where making a difference changes lives

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your existing clinical skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the opportunity for you.

As a Mental Health Nurse working within the team at HMP New Hall you will work within a multi-disciplinary team carrying out comprehensive assessments, initiating and reviewing care plans, and developing treatment options. You will undertake medication rounds, and assess and treat patients who may have undergone traumatic experiences and may be distressed. You will assess patient’s health needs using an evidence based framework and be able to risk assess use sound clinical knowledge.

You will ensure that you assess physical and mental health of prisoners on admission to the prison and throughout their period of custody so that any appropriate referral can be made. You will also be responsible for making a clinical judgement with regard to any immediate need and long term treatment.

About You

You will be a qualified Registered Nurse (Mental Health) with a real passion for developing your clinical skills in an environment that is ever changing. You’ll have a flexible approach working within a team that encourage new ideas and opinions on how to improve the service.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

You’ll receive an annual salary up to £38,115 per annum – depending on experience.

It doesn’t stop there… we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About Us

New Hall is a closed-category prison for females. The prison is located in the village of Flockton in West Yorkshire.

The dedicated team in the Health in Justice division of Practice Plus Group make a real difference across over 45 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres.

We’re the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 people in these secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their history.

Practice Plus Group’s mission is Access to Excellence. Our core values are;

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Patients can only access excellence if we commit to living our values in everything we do when we’re at work.

If you share these values and have transferable skills we want to meet you!

Please note that offers of employment are subject to Practice Plus Group Terms & Conditions and receipt of satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and prison vetting.

Practice Plus Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Expected salary: £38115 per year

Location: England

Job date: Sun, 31 Dec 2023 03:10:50 GMT

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Job description: Who We Are

Founded in 1889, YWCA Hamilton is known as one of Hamilton’s original social innovators and works from a feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive framework. We are dedicated to strengthening women’s and girl’s voices, broadening their choices, building dynamic leadership and providing essential services that promote safe, inclusive and equitable communities.

YWork for us?

At YWCA Hamilton, we are intentional about fostering a workplace culture that values positive physical and emotional well-being through our values of Inclusivity, Equity, Community, Self-determination, and Accountability. We invest in our employees so that we can bring our values into the communities in which we live. We offer our employees:

• On-the-job training and professional development opportunities
• Childcare discounts
• Opportunities to get involved in our community
• A competitive total rewards package

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of women, children, and families every day, we would love for you to join our team!

Position Description

Job Code: 3-HMP-2023

Department: Developmental Services

Reports to: Program Supervisor

Location: Hamilton, ON (Mountain Place)

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Start Date: TBD

Posting Date: November 8, 2023

Schedule: Friday to Tuesday- 3:30pm to 11pm

• Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of individuals we support is maintained;
• Meet QAM Compliance and MCSS Legislation 299/10 Standard;
• Provide physical assistance/support as needed by individual in all areas of activities of daily living including but not limited to: physical lifting/transfers of residents, pushing/pulling mobility equipment/devices, bathing/toileting and hygiene routines, medication administration, meal preparation/feeding, chores/housekeeping, finances, socialization, recreation, and programming;
• All necessary administrative/documentation tasks are performed: client file documentation, implementation of behaviour support plans, behaviour data collection, daily logs, individual programming, checklists, chore lists, or other reports/tasks as assigned;
• Support services offered will maintain or increase individual’s independent living skills and personal growth;
• Partake in regular team meetings in order to communicate and share information including achievements, progress, concerns and generate solutions;
• Attend on-going professional development and training opportunities offered to program staff;
• Participate in assist in training of newly hired program staff;
• Assist residents in meeting outcomes on their annual ISP’s;
• Implement and carry-out individual program plans, Behaviour Support Plans and protocols;
• Contribute in the development, planning, implementation of day/evening/weekend community and in-house recreation and social activities;
• Promote personal growth and social inclusion;
• Program and agency policies are adhered to and reviewed regularly;
• All necessary administrative/documentation tasks are performed: MAR sheets, data collection, logs, checklists, chore lists, incident reports, or other reports/tasks as assigned in an accurate and timely manner as required;
• Ensure that housekeeping/cleanliness/maintenance of program areas or accommodations standards are met;
• Establish positive professional relationships with staff, individuals, families, and other community service agency providers;
• Ensure YWCA Hamilton workplace health and safety policies and procedures are followed at all times and act to reduce workplace hazards;
• Report all workplace hazards and follow YWCA Hamilton health and safety policies;

Please Note: The physical demands of the role may include, but are not limited to lifting (up to 25 kg), bending, twisting, reaching, sitting or standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, pulling, and moving constantly throughout the shift.

ATTITUDE:

Is empathetic to the needs and rights of persons with developmental disabilities and will believe in the principles of integration, positive support planning and that all persons have the potential to learn. Will ensure that individuals we support are treated with respect and dignity.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Developmental Service Worker Diploma (DSW), Social Service Worker Diploma (SSW), currently enrolled in SSW program, Community Service Worker Diploma (CSW), Autism & Behaviour Sciences, Concurrent Disorders Diploma (PSW);
• Minimum 1-2 Years work experience in a residential group living setting;
• Experience working with individuals who display challenging behaviours;
• Emergency First Aid/CPR Certification, NVCI Training;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Proficiency with MS Office Applications including but not limited to: Word and Outlook;
• Working from a feminist, anti-oppressive/anti-racist perspective;
• French Language Skills an Asset;
• Must be able to work designated schedule as assigned;
• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written;
• Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Police Check or willingness to obtain at own cost;
• Attend and participate in all YWCA Hamilton mandatory training;
• Must be willing to provide a pre- employment medical examination and annually thereafter.

NECESSARY TRAINING:

• NVCI Certification
• Emergency First Aid/CPR
• WHMIS
• Abuse Prevention & Training
• Medication Training
• Mental Health First Aid

*Must have a Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s License

As part of YWCA Hamilton’s commitment to Access and Equity, we strive to represent the diverse communities that we serve. Individuals who are women, First Nations, Métis, immigrant, refugee, LGBTQ2S+; individuals with disabilities; and individuals from racialized communities or other marginalized communities are encouraged to apply.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us of any accommodation requests.

Thank you for your interest in YWCA Hamilton. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please Note: Personal information collected during the recruitment process will only be used for employment opportunities only in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. Only applications from individuals eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

Expected salary:

Location: Hamilton, ON

Job date: Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:07:39 GMT

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Job description: Job Role

We’re recruiting a Careers Adviser to join our In-Custody Information, Advice and Guidance team. If you’re passionate about helping people, we’d love to hear from you!

Working in custody, you’ll support our participants by providing career advice and guidance and helping them explore their learning and employment options in preparation for life in the community. You’ll use a variety of delivery methods, including the coordination of job fairs or sectors specific talks, plus visits from employers or motivational speakers.

We’ll need your excellent communication skills as you encourage participant engagement and form positive relationships with those you are supporting. You’ll also help build confidence and break down barriers.

This role does require a Level 4 CIAG (Careers, Information, Advice & Guidance) qualification, however, if you don’t currently hold this we are able to support you through the qualification once you’re in post.

Our ideal candidate will have experience in delivering careers advice, however, we’re mainly looking for someone with an engaging personality, who is comfortable working with a diverse group of people and can provide a warm and welcoming experience whilst helping our participants take their first steps back into learning or employment.

This is a rewarding role that will allow you to utilise your current skills to influence, support and encourages others to build a better future.

In return for your dedication, knowledge, and commitment, we’re offering a competitive salary range of £26,000 – £29,545 per annum (for those qualified at L4) or £22,050 – £24,500 per annum (unqualified) with these great additional benefits:

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + Birthday Day off (with the opportunity to buy additional days)
• 2 Volunteer Days
• Pension – 5% Employee 5% Employer
• Healthcare Cash Plan, incl. 3 x salary life assurance
• Annual Salary Increase in line with national average
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Free access to BenefitHub – an online portal with access to a wide range of retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and additional voluntary benefits

Interested? There’s an easy-to-apply route below to upload your CV! If you need any further information, talk to our experienced Internal Recruitment Team on 01702 208282.

Seetec Group is an employee-owned organisation and we continually pride ourselves on our sense of community, both in the incredible work we do throughout UK and Ireland, and internally within our 2,500-strong team. People are at the front, centre and heart of every service we provide and each decision we make.

Location: HMP Exeter

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Thurs 7:45-16:30 and Friday 7:45-12:15)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 12 October 2023

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of participants, supporting the achievement of personal and team targets
• Provide careers advice and information, supporting participants to achieve work, learning and personal development goals
• Deal with challenging situations in a professional and confidential manner
• Ensure all information is recorded timely and accurately to the tracking system
• Deliver employability workshops and coordinate careers events/relevant speaker visits

For the full job description follow the link:

Skills and Experience

• Level 4 qualification In Careers, Information, Advice and Guidance (or willingness to undertake)
• Experience in the delivery of careers advice to adults
• A good working knowledge of the local labour market
• Able to use a range of Microsoft Office programs, including 365 products and modern digital technologies i.e. Microsoft Teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Able to develop and sustain positive professional relationships

Additional Information

is the Justice and Social Care division of Seetec, delivering tailored support to participants across a range of contracts, including CFO Activity Hubs, Education, Training and Employment (ETE), Accommodation, Personal Wellbeing and Approved Premises. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to build a better future, regardless of their past choices or the challenges they face.

We are committed to combining our knowledge, skills and talents across the justice and social care sectors to deliver services and interventions that overcome the barriers that hold people back from living more fulfilled lives. Ultimately, our aim is to equip individuals with the necessary skills needed to desist from offending, successfully reintegrate into their local communities and address barriers to work.

Interventions Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

You will be required to process a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Seetec – Interventions Alliance supports the recruitment of ex-offenders and will not discriminate in any way. Our full policy statement of “Ex-Offenders” can be found on our website under” About us”

Interventions Alliance is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Expected salary: £26000 – 29545 per year

Location: Exeter

Job date: Sat, 30 Sep 2023 05:15:35 GMT

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