Volunteer with people in the Criminal Justice System
What You'll Do:
- Our aim is to substantially reduce the risk of future sexual abuse by assisting and supporting offenders who are committed to not re-offending
- Our volunteers assist them in the task of integrating with the community and leading responsible, productive and accountable lives
- We train and supervise our volunteers to work in the community with people who have committed serious sexual offences, working in a group with 3 or 4 other volunteers who form a 'Circle' of support
- Although Circles South East in an independent charity, we work very closely with professionals from the statutory agencies who attend our Circle review sessions
Why You'll Love It:
- A unique volunteering opportunity which is both challenging and rewarding; serving both the needs of the person who has committed an offence, and community safety
- Invaluable experience for those looking for a career in criminal justice
- An interesting addition to any CV
- Paid expenses
- Most importantly the knowledge that you have contributed to the prevention of further victims
What You'll Learn:
In this role you can expect the following:
- 16 hours FREE initial training, on working with those who have committed harmful sexual behaviour, motivational interviewing techniques, understanding offending behaviour, safeguarding and much much more
- DBS Check for all volunteers
- Post Training Interview
- Introduction into a Circle of Support, working in a group with other volunteers to support 1 service user for a period of up to 18 months.
- Ongoing supervision
- Supplementary training opportunities
- Weekly group meetings lasting 1 hour, built around your availability to volunteer
What We're Looking For:
- We are looking for empathic, non-judgemental individuals from all walks of life, who have an interest in community safety, and who are reliable, committed, can communicate effectively and who have an awareness of firm personal boundaries
- We are dedicated to promoting diversity and welcome application from across the spectrum of our community