Support victims and families through the Probation Service Victim Contact Scheme and Victim Notification Scheme. Apply risk assessment and safeguarding knowledge across regular professional contact.
As a Victim Liaison Officer, you will provide information about sentence or hospital order developments. You will assess victim risks and needs, support representations, and contribute to risk management. The role requires collaboration with probation, criminal justice, and partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inform victims and families about key sentence developments
- Assess risks and needs through required visits
- Identify changes and make appropriate professional referrals
- Represent victims at interprofessional meetings and parole proceedings
- Maintain records and complete safeguarding duties
Requirements:
- Knowledge of courts, prisons, probation, and the Parole Board
- Understanding of Youth Justice Services and mentally disordered offenders
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Willingness to travel across rural and urban areas
- Ability to work some evenings and weekends
Use victim liaison, safeguarding, information management, and partnership skills to support informed decisions throughout offender sentences.
Victim Liaison Officer Probation Service in Oxford employer: Ministry of Justice
As a Victim Liaison Officer with the Thames Valley Public Protection team, you will be part of a dedicated workforce committed to supporting victims of crime and their families. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and professional growth, offering ongoing training and mentorship opportunities to enhance your skills in a meaningful role that directly impacts the community. Located in South Central, this position provides a unique chance to engage with diverse populations while contributing to public safety and justice.
