Overview
Are you passionate about supporting victims of domestic abuse and making a real difference in their lives? Join our Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (DASV) Partnership team as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA). As an IDVA, you will provide crisis support to high-risk victims of domestic abuse, helping them increase their safety and make informed choices for their future. You will work closely with the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) process and contribute to the wider strategic aims of the DASV Partnership.
Responsibilities
* Conduct risk assessments and manage high-priority cases.
* Provide tailored crisis support via phone or face-to-face.
* Advocate for victims with external agencies such as housing, legal services, and courts.
Requirements / Qualifications
* A minimum of A-level, NVQ3 or equivalent (essential); a degree or SafeLives IDVA qualification (desirable).
* Strong knowledge of domestic abuse, its impact, and relevant legislation.
* Excellent communication, advocacy, and problem-solving skills.
* Experience of working with victims of domestic abuse.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
* Ability to travel and work across the whole of Cambridgeshire.
* This role will also be subject to DBS check and police vetting.
About Cambridgeshire and Diversity
Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, including Cambridge city, the historic Isle of Ely, and rural areas. Our four values are central to our culture. We are proud to serve diverse communities and strive to ensure our workforce reflects this diversity.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and operate an inclusive, supportive and safe working environment. We are Disability Confident and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and after joining us. If you have questions about adjustments, please contact the Hiring Manager. We collect diversity data to monitor recruitment and action improvements. We encourage applicants to apply even if they do not meet every single requirement.
Benefits
* A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, including family access.
* Buy up to 4 weeks additional annual leave (pro-rata) through the salary sacrifice scheme.
* Flexible bank holidays to suit personal circumstances.
* Contribution to pension with tax and National Insurance savings.
* Development opportunities, apprenticeships and coaching support.
* Paid volunteering hours each year.
* Access to Peer Support Groups via our IDEAL network.
* Opportunities to nominate and receive Employee Recognition Awards.
* Our Cambs Rewards: discounts, Car Lease and Cycle to Work schemes.
For more information about roles, learning opportunities and our current vacancies, visit the Cambridgeshire County Council jobs and careers page: https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers
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