JOB PURPOSE:
* To develop and deliver a service offering mental health support, advice, and guidance to women living in the refuge.
* To establish links with Mental Health agencies and improve referral pathways.
* To provide support to colleagues on how to deal with women’s mental health support needs.
Birmingham and Solihull Women’s Aid has supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse for over 40 years. Could you be part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?
As the region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop-in, community support, and emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.
Our projects support women in the criminal justice system, healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Additionally, we have colleagues providing training and consultancy to businesses, health, and social care professionals, raising awareness of gender-based violence issues.
We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team, all passionate about supporting women and children who have experienced domestic abuse and addressing the wider issues of violence against women and girls.
This role involves developing and delivering mental health support within a refuge setting and establishing links with mental health agencies.
BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We promote equal opportunities for all applicants. If you cannot submit your application online or face other barriers, please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@bswaid.org.
These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010), and women only need apply.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday, 1st July. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 14th July.
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