Support Worker – Criminal Justice (Part Time)
Homeless Link, Florida, NY, United States
Support Worker – Criminal Justice
Salary:
£17,466.66 per year (full time equivalent £26,200)
Hours:
25 hours per week
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Weston-Super-Mare / Highbridge
Additional Information:
Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes
Participation in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota
About Julian House
Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more.
About the Role
As a Support Worker within our Criminal Justice Service, you’ll be a steady, positive presence for people leaving prison who’ve recently experienced homelessness. Many clients are navigating trauma, mental ill‑health, substance use, domestic abuse and ongoing involvement with the justice system.
You’ll be responsible for managing referrals, completing needs/risk assessments, and providing tailored support that empowers clients to maintain their accommodation and make positive life changes. You’ll work closely with key partners such as the National Probation Service, Police, and other support agencies to create effective, multi‑agency support plans.
Day to day, you’ll help with benefit claims and budgeting, coach the skills for safe, stable tenancies and ensure accommodation meets high health & safety standards. You’ll also keep clear, timely records and contribute to reporting for partners and funders, playing a vital role in the wider success of the service.
What you’ll be doing
Build positive and effective working relationships and agreements with external agencies including criminal justice services
Complete needs and risk assessments for clients leading to the delivery of support plans that meet individual client needs
Give clients advice and information to enable them to access appropriate services and accommodation
Ensure all new clients moving into the service understand their rights, responsibilities and the conditions of their licence agreement
What we’re looking for
A valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle – business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work
Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs and challenging behaviours
Benefits
Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays – increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part‑time staff)30% staff discount at Julian House charity shop
A generous and competitive pension scheme
A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
Eligibility for the Blue Light Card offering discounts on thousands of brands
Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators
Our Ethos
As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.
DBS Checks
All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role.
Closing Date:
24th May 2026
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Salary:
£17,466.66 per year (full time equivalent £26,200)
Hours:
25 hours per week
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Weston-Super-Mare / Highbridge
Additional Information:
Valid driver's license and access to a car for business purposes
Participation in an out‑of‑hours on‑call rota
About Julian House
Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more.
About the Role
As a Support Worker within our Criminal Justice Service, you’ll be a steady, positive presence for people leaving prison who’ve recently experienced homelessness. Many clients are navigating trauma, mental ill‑health, substance use, domestic abuse and ongoing involvement with the justice system.
You’ll be responsible for managing referrals, completing needs/risk assessments, and providing tailored support that empowers clients to maintain their accommodation and make positive life changes. You’ll work closely with key partners such as the National Probation Service, Police, and other support agencies to create effective, multi‑agency support plans.
Day to day, you’ll help with benefit claims and budgeting, coach the skills for safe, stable tenancies and ensure accommodation meets high health & safety standards. You’ll also keep clear, timely records and contribute to reporting for partners and funders, playing a vital role in the wider success of the service.
What you’ll be doing
Build positive and effective working relationships and agreements with external agencies including criminal justice services
Complete needs and risk assessments for clients leading to the delivery of support plans that meet individual client needs
Give clients advice and information to enable them to access appropriate services and accommodation
Ensure all new clients moving into the service understand their rights, responsibilities and the conditions of their licence agreement
What we’re looking for
A valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle – business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work
Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs and challenging behaviours
Benefits
Access to our Rewards Platform, which includes an Employee Assistance Programme and Health Cash Plan
27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, plus bank holidays – increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment (pro rata for part‑time staff)30% staff discount at Julian House charity shop
A generous and competitive pension scheme
A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted
Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators
Eligibility for the Blue Light Card offering discounts on thousands of brands
Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators
Our Ethos
As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter.
DBS Checks
All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee; the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role.
Closing Date:
24th May 2026
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