Job Description
The Caledonian system is an integrated approach to address men's domestic abuse and to improve the lives of women, children and men.
The primary aim of the Caledonian System is to reduce the re-offending of men convicted of domestic abuse related offences, thereby increasing women’s and children’s safety. This is in line with the Scottish Government three-fold intended outcomes for community-based interventions: public protection, reduction of custody and social inclusion of rehabilitated offenders. Working with men, women, young people and children contributes to reducing the likelihood of men re-offending while also maximising public protection.
Opportunities are currently available for Qualified Social Workers within the Glasgow Caledonian team. It is expected that all interested staff will have experience of working with perpetrators of domestic abuse with a clear knowledge base in relation to the cultural, societal and gender related aspects of domestic abuse as well as understanding the principles of effective practice with men who abuse.
Staff within the team will be expected to facilitate groupwork on a regular basis (a min of once per week) which will require working beyond 8pm. Whilst the team will be centrally located, this will be a citywide service so there is an expectation that staff would utilise offices across the HSCP to interview and meet with service users.
The successful applicant for the post will be required to complete a competency based screening process that includes a short role play exercise (including feedback on performance) with a member of the Caledonian team, a short presentation as well as structured interview.
These are permanent post’s within Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership and whilst based at Eastgate at present this will be a temporary location.
Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment along with SSSC Registration. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks. Please note as part of the local government pay deal, local authority staff are currently not required to pay SSSC fees
These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended).
Application Packs
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Further Information
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