As a Family Support Worker stationed at HMP Channings Wood, your primary responsibility entails assisting families during their visits to loved ones at the visitor centre. The visitor centre offers various services, including play and children’s services, along with catering.
Your role within the PACT Family team involves being stationed primarily at the prison’s visitor centre and visits hall. Here, you will provide support, guidance, and advice to families visiting inmates. Additionally, you’ll facilitate prison visits and family days, as well as provide assistance with the play service.
Qualifications for this position include prior experience and comprehension of working with families in challenging environments, preferably involving offenders and their families. Strong organizational abilities are crucial, as is the capacity to handle a demanding workload effectively. You should also be capable of contributing to the planning and development of Pact’s family initiatives and possess knowledge of safeguarding and child protection practices. Excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to foster partnerships with various agencies.

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