Case Administrator Serious Further Offences (Ref: 92031)

HMPPS in Wales: Preventing victims by changing lives HMPPS in Wales works in an integrated way to keep communities in Wales safer and to give the people we work with the opportunity to change their lives. We commission and provide offender management services in the community and in custody to deliver the orders of the courts and support rehabilitation. Our aim is to deliver outstanding, seamless offender management services in Wales that protect the public, reduce reoffending, deliver value for money and support our partners.The Welsh Language SchemeWelsh Language skills for this post are desirable.HMPPS yng Nghymru: Atal pobl rhag dod yn ddioddefwyr trwy newid bywydauMae HMPPS yng Nghymru yn gweithio mewn ffordd integredig i gadw cymunedau yng Nghymru yn fwy diogel, a rhoi cyfle ir pobol rydym yn gweithio â hwy i newid eu bywydau. Rydym yn comisiynu a darparu gwasanaethau rheoli troseddwyr yn y gymuned ar carchar i weithredu gorchmynion y llysoedd a chefnogi adsefydlu. Ein nod yw darparu gwasanaethau rheoli troseddwyr ardderchog ac esmwyth yng Nghymru syn gwarchod y cyhoedd, lleihau aildroseddu, cynnig gwerth am arian a chefnogi ein partneriaid.Y Cynllun Iaith GymraegMae sgiliau iaith Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y swydd hon.Overview of the job This is an administrative job within the Probation Service.Summary The job holder will provide administrative support within the Probation Service (PS), ensuring that staff and people on probation are supported through efficient processes, maintaining administration systems within specified timescales in order to promote the achievement of team and Divisional objectives.In line with PS policies and procedures, the job holder must at all times demonstrate a commitment to equality and inclusion and an understanding of their relevance to the work they do.This role may involve some out of hours work.The post holder must adhere to all policies in respect of the sensitive/confidential nature of the information handled whilst working in this position.Responsibilities, Activities & Duties The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties: Responsible for setting up and maintaining accurate people on probation and victim information on relevant approved databases. Ensure the effective administration of referrals to and relationships between offender management, victims, interventions, service providers and external agencies and partnerships to enhance positive outcomes, manage risk, and reduce reoffending. Prepare, maintain and collate case and other records, files and management information, in accordance with the standards required. Receive and distribute information and communications in an appropriate manner, e.g. telephone, paper, e-mail. Provide cover for an effective and efficient reception and telephone enquiry service. Act as single point of contact within unit for specialist area of work as required. Deal fairly, effectively and firmly with a range of people on probation, some of whom may be in crisis, distress or who may display inappropriate or aggressive behaviour, and to seek appropriate support in accordance with the circumstances and office procedures. Make practical arrangements such as appointments, directions, etc., for the implementation of the Sentence Plan. Carry out enforcement administration as required. Where necessary, issue petty cash/vouchers/warrants for travel costs etc, maintaining appropriate records in line with local office financial procedures. Organise the availability of appropriate equipment, materials, and facilities for activities relating to the management of cases. Report faulty equipment and/or materials to Manager and arrange for replacement/repair as agreed. Maintain appropriate systems to ensure the effective use of general unit resources and make recommendations for improvement as necessary. Undertake specific Visor administration tasks in accordance with the procedures. Attend meetings as appropriate. Provide support to meetings as required including organising agenda, taking and distributing notes/minutes and action points. Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with Health and Safety policies and procedures, undertake equipment tests as required. Provide cover within the unit and to other units within the LDU and Division as appropriate. Carry out safeguarding children duties in accordance with the PS statutory responsibilities and agency policies. Demonstrate pro-social modelling skills by consistently reinforcing pro-social behaviour and attitudes, challenge anti-social behaviour and attitudes. To work within the aims and values of PS and HMPPS.The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Significant adjustments may require re-examination under the Job Evaluation Scheme and shall be discussed in the first instance with the job holder.An ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English or (where specified in Wales) Welsh.