Project Worker; Prison Cleared

Overview

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking to speak with Project Workers, for a role based in the Manchester area. The position is working with a women-led organisation, where the Project Workers deliver high-quality, trauma informed, independent advocacy for women in communities and in prisons. The role focuses on early intervention and holistic provision as part of the 'whole system multi-agency response that looks to address the root causes of women's offending.

The successful candidate's main role will be to provide ongoing support to a caseload of women in the community of Manchester.

We are looking for a passionate and committed Project Worker to join our team supporting women in the community who are in contact with, or at risk of contact with, the criminal justice system.

• Provide one-to-one, trauma-informed support to women in the community.
• Carry out risk and needs assessments and co-develop personalised support plans.
• Build effective partnerships with statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver coordinated, holistic care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case records and contribute to service monitoring and evaluation.
• Represent the organisation at community and professional meetings, promoting a gender-responsive approach to support.
• Engage in reflective supervision, self-care and continuous professional development.

• Experience providing support to women facing multiple disadvantages (e.g. housing, benefits, substance use, or mental health challenges).
• Must have current prison clearance to be considered for this position.
• A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with a range of partners.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload, maintain accurate records and work independently as well as part of a team.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and to empowering women to achieve lasting change.

• Single point of contact consultant.
• 24h support.
• Regular communication updates.
• £250.00 Referral Benefit Scheme