Domestic Abuse Outreach Recovery Worker
Location: East Kent
Salary: £24,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date: 13th October 2025
We are seeking a Substance Misuse & Domestic Abuse Support Worker to provide specialist outreach support to survivors of domestic abuse who are also experiencing drug or alcohol issues. You will work across Domestic Abuse Refuges and community settings in East Kent, ensuring service users receive coordinated, holistic support tailored to their unique needs.
Collaboration will be central to your role, you will work closely with Independent Domestic Abuse Advisors (IDVAs) and both substance misuse and domestic abuse services to ensure seamless care pathways. You will also upskill frontline workers, raise awareness of the project, and act as an advocate for survivors, representing their needs and voices with partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
1. Deliver trauma-informed outreach support to survivors of domestic abuse with substance misuse needs.
2. Risk assess clients and refer appropriately to IDVA services and other support networks.
3. Manage a small, intensive caseload, ensuring clients receive high-quality treatment and wraparound support.
4. Carry out comprehensive assessments, risk management plans, and SMART care plans.<...