Job Title: Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) Team Practitioner

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1 Job Title: Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) Team Practitioner Job Grade: Band 4 Directorate: Job Reference Number: Schools, Children and Families P01090 The Role To support, with ISS team partners and Youth Offending Teams, strategies aimed at reducing the levels of offending of the most prolific, persistent and serious young offenders by working closely with family, schools and other relevant key agencies to address the factors leading to offending. Job Purpose To be responsible for the project management of young people subject to Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) who are assessed through specific criteria as presenting a high risk of re- offending. To provide a wide range of activities across the County and to be involved in further development of the programme. Key Accountabilities Assessment To participate, in conjunction with other members of the ISS team, in comprehensive assessments of risk and needs, using ASSET, of young peoples offending behaviour. To undertake regular reviews of risk as part of an agreed framework. High quality supervision of young people eligible for Intensive Supervision and Surveillance and who are assessed as posing a significant risk of offending and are complex cases due to their offending/home/social circumstances. This to involve taking an active part in delivering programmes to support the order, including one to one work, groupwork and reparation. Working with others Working on own initiative to develop new and innovative Projects and Programmes with other services and agencies to address the needs of prolific and persistent young offenders.

2 Development and delivery of a programme of support to reduce the likelihood of continued offending. This will include direct intensive work with young people and their families, schools/ training providers and liaison with others within the multi agency Youth Offending Team to access additional services to support the young person and prevent offending. Undertake, with other YOT staff, sentence planning and post custodial supervision of young people subject to Detention and Training Orders. Deliver victim awareness work directly to young people. To offer day-to-day oversight and practice support to Sessional staff involved in Intensive Supervision and Surveillance intervention work. Development of Youth Offending Service To participate in relevant training and development as identified in the ECC Performance Management Process with the aim of developing. To take an active part in supervision sessions with line manager and to participate in the Case Management Process to ensure best practice within the Team. Ensuring that practice complies with the YOS and ECC codes of practice in respect of Health and Safety, Supervision, conduct and equal opportunity. Assist with the promotion and continual development of ISS within the Youth Offending Service. Accountability and Recording To ensure that information in respect of risk, either to the young person or by the young person to others, is reported promptly to the line manager and recorded on YOIS. Including casework recording in line with National Standards. To take part in quality assurance processes in support of achieving best practice. Undertake, in accordance with National Standards and as part of a Case Management Team, the supervision of high-risk young people subject to ISS as a requirement of Supervision, Bail or DTO post custody License. Preparation of high quality reports to Courts regarding the progress of young people and to attend Court where needed to support the work of the Youth Offending Service.

3 Knowledge, Skills and Experience Should possess a graduate level qualification or demonstrable experience of working at this level and relevant to the Multi Agency approach of the service. The service welcome staff from Youth Offending, Social Work, Teaching, Education Welfare, Probation, Prison, Health and Police Sargeant backgrounds. There is a Home Office requirement to obtain the Certificate in Effective Practice in Youth Justice within 2 years of appointment. Study for this 6-month programme will be fully supported by the service. The successful candidate is likely to have experience of young people who offend and understand the reasons behind such behaviour. They will have an understanding of the legislative framework of the Youth Justice system and the role of the Youth Offending Team. They will have the skills to motivate without bullying and be able to challenge young people s offending behaviour in a positive manner. Awareness of the causal factors linked to offending behaviour including substance abuse. Experience of undertaking assessments of risk and need plus producing intervention plans that address the risk and needs of the young person. An effective communicator both verbally and in writing with people at all levels. An ability to work on own initiative is essential, to manage competing demands through effective self-management, self-motivation and prioritization. The ability to undertake clear objective assessments and to prioritise resources to affect positive change. An ability to think creatively to identify innovative ways of engaging persistent young offenders and their families on ISS. Understanding the issues that effect young people. The successful candidate will demonstrate skills in conflict reduction, with evidence of application in working with families, agencies and peers. Evidence of effective case record keeping and Information Technology competent. Demonstrates awareness of own strengths and weaknesses understands the impact of these upon others and takes action to modify own behaviour accordingly. An ability to work with partner agencies and to integrate multiple perspectives. Travel throughout the County is an integral part of the role. Flexibility as regular weekend, evening and some bank-holiday work is involved.

4 Ability to drive and in possession of a current valid driving licence and access to a car for work is essential though the post-holder may be eligible for the ECC car lease scheme. Values and Behaviours Passionate about achieving results Constantly strives to do an excellent job for the Council Learns from mistakes Is professional and positive Takes responsibility for monitoring and achieving own targets Responsive to customer s needs Listens and responds to every customer in ways that show courtesy, respect and understanding of their individual needs Maintains clear communication with customers concerning expectations and progress Receives and acts on customer feedback positively to improve own customer service Inspirational and bold in thinking and solutions Is receptive to change, being open to new ways of working Acts promptly and decisively to overcome obstacles and provide solutions Takes opportunities to progress the work and avoid problems in the short term Applies good practice to meet service or Council needs Supportive of others input and perspectives working as one Treats colleagues with respect and values them as individuals Maintains positive relationships with colleagues Supports colleagues and is flexible towards others needs Practices open and honest two-way communication, listening to others and actively sharing information Contributes to team dialogue/meetings in order to develop own and team s performance

5 Motivating others and trusting them to deliver Encourages others, acknowledges their efforts Shares skills and knowledge in areas of own expertise, to support others Makes sure those they are working with have all the necessary information to do the job Safeguarding Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-Employment Checks appropriate to this Job Profile Essex County Council (ECC) is committed to ensuring all recruitment is undertaken fairly, effectively, safely and in accordance with legislation. The information below provides pre-employment screening guidance for candidates applying to this job at Essex County Council. Role Requirement: Working with children / vulnerable adults, in a specified place or post Pre-Employment Check Self Declaration (Spent and unspent convictions) CRB Enhanced Level ISA Registration Regulated (from July 2010) References Definition A declaration of spent and unspent convictions must be completed by employees who work with vulnerable adults or children The CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check will be sought by ECC ECC will administer the ISA Register check All posts defined as Regulated or Controlled as outlined in the ISA Regulations will require: At least two employer references one reference is required prior to interview and should ideally be from your current/most recent employer Reference history covering a minimum of five years employment A reference from the last employer where the

6 post gave access to children or vulnerable adults Any gaps of 4 weeks or more will be explored by the manager at interview stage. Where appropriate additional character references will be taken up Medical Eligibility / Right to work in the UK Regulatory qualifications and professional registration (subject to role) All new recruits and employees whose role changes significantly are required to complete a medical health questionnaire Proof is required and original documentation will be sought i.e. passport or full birth certificate Original qualification certificates and proof of registration with a professional body are required (if applicable)