We are currently recruiting for a Domestic Abuse Intervention Specialist on behalf of our public sector client based in Ilford.
This is a temporary contract, initially for 3-6 months with view for further extension thereafter. The hourly rate is £23.75 per hour.
1. The role will carry out initial screening, complete safety planning and provide ongoing emotional and practical support to victims, ensuring that their views and needs are the focus of the service
2. In addition to screening, risk assessment and safety planning, the service coordinate the support needs of victims/survivors and their family and ensure that all safeguarding issues are identified and addressed.
3. To undertake proactive case work, including visits in the community and at home as needed to engage hard to reach victims/survivors
4. To advocate for victims/survivors in a range of professional settings (MARAC, court, etc)
5. To maintain accurate, comprehensive case records using specified electronic systems, and complying with completion deadlines
6. To attend all relevant meetings and case management reviews
7. To ensure all matters of safeguarding are dealt with promptly, effectively and in line with procedures
8. To undertake interviews with victims/survivors and perpetrators of abuse as needed to provide a holistic assessment of risk and need
9. Work with a diverse range of service users, including those with mental health conditions, those impact by substance misuse, those with no recourse to public funds and any other factors which could impact access to services and support
10. To support service users through ongoing risk assessment, safety planning, advocacy, emotional support and practical support (e.g., housing, legal and financial guidance)
11. To deliver training and provide guidance to internal colleagues and other professionals regarding domestic abuse and gender-based violence
12. To maintain an up to date working knowledge of legislation, statutory frameworks, and codes of practice relevant to the service
13. To communicate effectively, share necessary information and jointly assess risk with other relevant professionals, i.e. police and other VAWG services
14. To actively promote the service through appropriate publicity, events and networking, and be proactive in securing sufficient referrals to maintain a full caseload
15. Ability to support individuals and families in various settings including case conferences, court, etc
Key skills/experience required for role:
16. Significant experience of working with victims/survivors of domestic abuse or with service users with complex needs
17. Experience of dealing with conflict and difficult situations in a professional manner
18. Experience of multi-agency working and advocating for survivors within these settings
19. Experience of responding to safeguarding issues
20. Prior completion of an IDVA training certificate would be beneficial, however applications are welcome from those with a relevant qualification at NVQ Level 2 or above, or demonstrable experience
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