CIRCLES – Circle of Support and Accountability

CIRCLES – Circle of Support and Accountability

Already successfully established elsewhere in the country, CIRCLES is a ground-breaking programme which provides support to people who have caused sexual harm in the past. 

Its aim: to support individuals in their pathways to rehabilitation to ensure there are No More Victims.

Each ‘CIRCLE’ brings together 4-6 volunteers from the local community to support the individual, known as the 'Core Member'.  They meet weekly, in community locations, providing space for discussion in order to reduce isolation, provide support and guidance, and focus on rehabilitation and resettlement into the wider community. 

Each CIRCLE is unique, being designed around the needs of each individual Core Member.  

It is a strengths-based approach, focusing on the resources and networks available to a person, and helping further build on those 'assets'.

The CIRCLES are not delivered in isolation.

We will be working in close partnership with the police, probation, local multi public protection teams, and other professionals working in this field.

We are expecting to take referrals from September, and so we're already looking for people who have a particular interest in this vital area of work. 

So whether you wish to give something back or gain valuable experience to add to your CV, and you'd like to find out more, then we would really love to hear from you.

About Nepacs

Nepacs is a north east charity which aims to support a positive future for prisoners and their families, and to help them to maintain family ties.

What skills do I need?

We are reaching out to people who want to give that extra boost to people who genuinely want to turn their lives around.

• We're looking for great listeners - people who are non-judgemental and who possess the commitment and range of skills required to work together with other like-minded volunteers in a CIRCLE throughout its duration;  a CIRCLE usually lasts 12 months and meets weekly, but naturally there will be some flexibility during  period, taking into consideration your own personal lives.

Details

• Accessibility
• Age restrictions
  Over 18
• DBS check required
• Equal Opportunities Policy
• Expenses reimbursed
• Health and Safety Policy
• Ongoing support
• Training provided
• Volunteer induction
• Volunteer Policy
• Volunteers covered by insurance
• Vulnerable Adults Policy (where relevant)
• Written role description

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