Domestic Violence Support Worker / Domestic Abuse Advocate This is a frontline advocacy role providing trauma-informed, person-centred support to individuals affected by domestic abuse, delivering risk assessment, safety planning and case management within a multi-agency environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Violence Caseworker, Community Advocate, Family Support Worker, IDVA / Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, ISVA / Independent Sexual Violence Advisor, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Navigator SALARY: £24,761 to £26,872 per annum Benefits LOCATION: Sandwell, West Midlands JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (37.5 hours per week) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Domestic Violence Support Worker / Domestic Abuse Advocate to join a specialist community service supporting individuals experiencing domestic violence and abuse. As a Domestic Violence Support Worker / Domestic Abuse Advocate you will manage a varied caseload, delivering risk assessments, safety planning and tailored support plans using a trauma-informed and survivor-focused approach. You will work closely with partner agencies, contributing to multi-agency safeguarding responses. The Domestic Violence Support Worker / Domestic Abuse Advocate role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, resilient and motivated, with experience of supporting vulnerable adults and families while empowering survivors to make informed choices and move towards a life free from abuse. DUTIES Your duties as the Domestic Violence Support Worker / Domestic Abuse Advocate include: Providing Frontline Support: Deliver high-quality one-to-one and group-based domestic abuse support Case Management: Manage a caseload including risk assessment, needs assessment, support planning and case reviews Risk Assessment: Identify and assess risk using evidence-based tools and safeguarding frameworks Multi-Agency Working: Work within MARAC and local partnership arrangements Advocacy: Support service users to access housing, legal, health and community services Court Support: Accompany clients to criminal and civil court where required Group Facilitation: Deliver structured group work to raise awareness and empower survivors Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential case records and reports Safeguarding: Follow child and adult safeguarding procedures at all times CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience supporting victims or survivors of domestic abuse Experience of managing a caseload of vulnerable individuals A background in safeguarding adults and children Ability to work within a multi-agency framework Strong communication, advocacy and report-writing skills Competence using Microsoft Office and case management systems Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle DESIRABLE Experience facilitating group work Knowledge of MARAC processes and domestic abuse legislation Understanding of trauma-informed practice and motivational interviewing BENEFITS Mileage allowance Training and development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Access to group clinical supervision 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) Wellbeing day Pension scheme with employer contribution Time off in lieu when required This role requires a DBS check APPLY TODAY… By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14384 Full-Time, Permanent Social Care Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Sandwell, West Midlands. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online | http://www.awdo.co.uk AWD-IN-SPJ