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KENT PROBATION AREA
JOB DESCRIPTION
1. JOB TITLE 2. RESPONSIBLE TO 3. PURPOSE To support and facilitate the work of Fleming House Approved Premises in the provision of a safe and secure environment for residents and staff, taking into account the diverse needs of relevant offender groups and assist in the delivery of a structured regime, including resettlement needs and enforcement of Court Orders, Licences and hostel rules. The post holder will be required to work to an agreed Rota, including evening, nights and weekends. 4. DUTIES 4.1 Maintain a visible presence throughout the period on duty, being available for routine queries from residents, staff and external agencies. Assist in the delivery of a structured regime which facilitates the provision of enhanced supervision and monitoring of high risk offenders. Identify those residents needing monitoring and surveillance following local and national procedures; document work undertaken and feedback to offender manager. Actively encourage residents to keep to Approved Premises Rules and Licence conditions, monitor their compliance and take fair and appropriate enforcement action if they fail to comply To establish and maintain effective liaison with colleagues; offender managers; Public Protection Unit; Police and other agencies to monitor and review progress and ensure all relevant parties are aware of key risk factors and are notified immediately of any significant changes. In line with Fleming House Policies, undertake inspections of the premises, including external grounds and, where necessary, take action in respect of any occurrences, damages or defects that may have an effect on the safety and/or security of the premises and its occupants. Relief Approved Premises Supervisor Approved Premises Manager
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4.7 Be pro active in promoting the well-being of residents and a healthy and safe environment by ensuring compliance with H&S procedures, including Fire evacuation and incident reporting. Input and retrieve electronic data and risk information on individual residents and maintain computer based information systems in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure the premises are locked and secure at curfew, confirming all residents are present and alert the standby officer when enforcement action has to be taken or there are any other matters of serious concern. Demonstrate and promote pro social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing pro social behaviour and attitudes and by challenging those which are anti social. Undertake the induction of new residents in ways that ensures their familiarity of the environment and understanding of hostel rules and policies. Carry out drug and alcohol testing of residents in line with local policies. Deal with any visitors or telephone calls, recording contact as required Assist in searches of residents’ rooms, having full regard for practice procedures, respect for the resident’s rights and securing the integrity and legal admissibility of any material evidence discovered. To undertake general duties in the hostel as required. To attend and participate in team development activities and relevant training courses in order to keep up to date with current practice. Be responsible for personal professional development and contribute to the induction of new staff
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Note: These duties are meant as a general guide and are not exhaustive, other duties may be required from time to time.
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KENT PROBATION AREA
PERSON SPECIFICATION Post Work Base Region/Division Relief Approved Premises Supervisor Fleming House Maidstone
1. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 Knowledge and experience of the work of the Criminal Justice System Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Ability to input and retrieve electronic data and maintain computer based information systems in an accurate and timely manner Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships Ability to participate and contribute effectively as a team member Ability to contribute to the assessment and management of risk Ability to exercise authority and reinforce boundaries in an appropriate manner Ability to motivate others and facilitate learning in order to change attitudes and behavior Ability to achieve individual performance goals and/or contribute towards team and organisational targets D E E E E E E E E
2. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE 2.1 2.2 Experience of working with groups or individuals in order to motivate and change behaviour Experience of working with a variety of people who have experienced a range of social/personal difficulties E E
3. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS 3.1 3.2 3.3 Able to work on own initiative and meet required deadlines Able to establish an effective working relationship with residents, colleagues and external agencies Able to cope with stressful situations and under pressure E E E
4. OTHER 4.1 4.2 4.3 Support Kent Probation Area’s Equal Opportunities Policy Be free from any medical condition that would prevent you from doing the job Be free from any criminal conviction which would conflict with the responsibilities of the post
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