Change Grow Live is a charitable organisation driven by the belief that we can make a significant impact on the lives of our service users. We are committed to providing support and respect in a secure environment, where each user is treated as an individual, and collaborative efforts help find the right treatment and care options.
Our core values—'Be open, be compassionate, and be bold'—guide our team members daily, empowering them to fulfill our mission of assisting individuals in changing the course of their lives, fostering personal growth, and embracing life to its fullest potential.
As a Connecting Communities Support Worker at HMP Liverpool, you will engage with individuals in custody who utilise our services, assisting them in preparing for a successful transition back into the community.
Change Grow Live's team at HMP Liverpool embodies our dedication to transforming lives. Comprising diverse professionals, including experienced service manager, dedicated team leaders and empathetic recovery staff, our vibrant and collaborative environment eagerly awaits your contribution.
Where: HMP Liverpool
This is a Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2025
- Hold caseload of complex case patients due to release, referred by Prison Healthcare Teams.
- Be required to work with key prison stakeholders enabling effective coordination and transfer of service user treatment.
- Work in partnership with other healthcare providers as part of an Integrated Health and Wellbeing model.
- Work intensively with patients for 12 weeks prior to and post-release.
- Develop relationship with patients and co-design a holistic resettlement plan that ensures continuity of care for all their healthcare needs.
- Review personal goals, preparing patients for release (e.g. what to expect on day one of
leaving the gate). - Work closely with CGL Teams, Healthcare, Prison partners and External Support
Agencies to ensure effective coordination of Release Planning. - Contribute to risk management processes, including prison ACCT process as
appropriate. - Provide accurate and up to date harm reduction advice, including delivering training
clients in the use of Naloxone.
What we will give to you:
- 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays) rising by yearly (pro rata)
- Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme
- Contributory pension scheme
- A great selection of benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc.
- A friendly and supportive team
- Training, career development & progression opportunities
Review the attached Job Description for a detailed outline of responsibilities and Person Specifications.
Let's embark on this transformative journey together.
Please note this post requires both Enhanced DBS and Prison Vetting.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time): CGL points 17 to 19 (£23,497.50 - £24,466.99) ILW / OLW /Fringe: N/A - Outside London Weighting Area Closing Date: 27/5/2024 If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:: Hannah Burns | Hannah.Burns@cgl.org.uk : This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.