Senior Project Officer Integrated Non - Custodial Service

Devon Partnership NHS Trust

The closing date is 20 April 2025

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and highly organized Project Officer to join our team. This pivotal role will be responsible for developing and managing a coordinated pathway of care and support for young people moving through the criminal justice system throughout Devon and Cornwall; The role involves ensuring continuity of care across various services, including youth justice, social services, education, and mental health support. You will work in conjunction with a skilled youth practitioner.

This is a new role which is part of the exciting new Integrated Non-Custodial Services (IN-CS) contract, which has been awarded to DPT for the next seven years and marks a major step forward in the integration of health and justice services.

The IN-CS contract brings together CJL&D, Reconnect and the Mental Health Treatment Requirements (MHTRs), creating an integrated approach to supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system. From custody diversion through to successful realised and integration into the community. The IN-CS model aims to provide effective care, support and rehabilitation to address both health care needs and offending behaviours. As part of this contract, the Children and Young Persons (CYP) pathway is a vital and integral component.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have the following key areas of responsibility:

Pathway Coordination:

Develop and implement individualised care pathways for young people involved in the criminal justice system.
Coordinate services across a range of providers, ensuring that young people receive seamless, continuous care.
Act as the primary point of contact for young people and their families, offering advice and support throughout the process.

Collaboration and Advocacy:

Work closely with partner agencies, including youth services, probation, social services, and education providers, to ensure all aspects of the young persons needs are met.
Advocate for young peoples needs and ensure they have access to appropriate resources.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

Monitor progress through the pathway and adjust services as needed.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the pathway, making improvements based on feedback from young people and service providers.

About us

About Devon Partnership Trust

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9369-25-0140-1

Job locations

The Rowans

Whipton Hospital, 1 Hospital Lane

Exeter

Devon

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Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job description for the post has been included into the advert, please review to identify the nature of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Job description for the post has been included into the advert, please review to identify the nature of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

A degree or equivalent level of education or relevant experience
Qualifications at GSCE level or equivalent in Maths and English Language

Desirable

ECDL qualification or RSA Grade II typing or equivalent
Project management qualification to post graduate level or equivalent level of training /experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Working as an senior administrator
Producing complex electronic documentation using Microsoft Word and Excel
Analysing and interpreting data and information
Co-ordinating and managing widely attended events and workshops.
I.T literate inc high level of knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Visio
Establishing and improving general administrative systems and processes
Excellent Communication Skills Written and verbal
Knowledge and understanding of basic change management / service and process improvement and redesign / project management tools and techniques

Desirable

Working as a project co-ordinator or support office
Working in the NHS
Working in a project and programme management role
The ideal candidate will have experience working in the criminal justice system, a strong understanding of the challenges faced by young people, and a passion for improving outcomes and working in the NHS
Web page maintenance

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

A degree or equivalent level of education or relevant experience
Qualifications at GSCE level or equivalent in Maths and English Language

Desirable

ECDL qualification or RSA Grade II typing or equivalent
Project management qualification to post graduate level or equivalent level of training /experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Working as an senior administrator
Producing complex electronic documentation using Microsoft Word and Excel
Analysing and interpreting data and information
Co-ordinating and managing widely attended events and workshops.
I.T literate inc high level of knowledge and proficiency in using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, Visio
Establishing and improving general administrative systems and processes
Excellent Communication Skills Written and verbal
Knowledge and understanding of basic change management / service and process improvement and redesign / project management tools and techniques

Desirable

Working as a project co-ordinator or support office
Working in the NHS
Working in a project and programme management role
The ideal candidate will have experience working in the criminal justice system, a strong understanding of the challenges faced by young people, and a passion for improving outcomes and working in the NHS
Web page maintenance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.