Although all SOVA Projects in Rotherham work together, they fall roughly into two categories. Employment, Training And Education projects address specific employability issues for offenders and those at risk of offending. Our aim is to enable them to move into stable employment, training and education. This might mean that clients require help with barriers like debt or homelessness, mental health issues or low self-esteem.
In addition to an all-round service for Probation clients, SOVA runs Progress2Work and Link-Up � both funded through JobCentre Plus. These initiatives are specifically aimed at people who are highly motivated to get into work or training but who have special issues around drug use (Progress2Work) or offending, alcohol or homelessness (Link-Up).
Clients of all SOVA services in Rotherham are offered help with Literacy and Numeracy. Clients can also access the help of a trained volunteer mentor or supporter.