LGBT+ Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
Location: Derbyshire
Hours per week: 37.5
Contract type: Fixed Term
Salary: £29,296.95 a year
What You’ll Do
* Provide advice, advocacy and support to high‑risk victims and survivors of domestic abuse, with an agreed caseload, including face‑to‑face, virtual and co‑located appointments.
* Support the empowerment of victims‑survivors, helping them recognise the dynamics of abuse present in their own situation, and regain control of their lives.
* Assist LGBT+ victims‑survivors in dealing with the diverse impacts of harm and abuse (safety, emotional, social, financial, or practical).
* Work within a multi‑agency framework including MARAC, the police, health professionals, child protection, housing practitioners and other voluntary and statutory specialists, keeping an independent role on behalf of the victim/survivor.
Who You Are
* A good level of education including GCSE English and maths, or equivalent.
* Substantial experience supporting individuals on a 1‑2‑1 basis.
* Evidence of self‑development or formal learning and development in sector skills.
* Experience directly supporting adults who have experienced domestic abuse or have other complex needs.
* A formal qualification such as IDVA, or willingness to complete this.
* A good understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on those affected and the legal and practical remedies available.
* A full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle for work, a DBS check and police vetting.
We may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
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