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Independent Domestic Sexual Violence Advocate
Job Posted: 13 days ago
Salary: £ 32,640/Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Newham, London
Expire in: 14 days
Job Description
Independent Domestic Sexual Violence Advocate (IDSVA)
We are seeking a dedicated Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join our Newham-based team. This role involves working closely with high-risk survivors of domestic abuse, providing vital advocacy, safety planning, and emotional support. You will play a key role in a multi-agency response to domestic violence by collaborating with the Police, MARACs, MASH, social services, and other key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Case Management: Handle high-profile, intensive caseloads, ensuring survivors receive tailored support based on risk assessments and safety planning.
Risk Assessment & Safety Planning: Conduct and regularly review SafeLives DASH risk assessments and individual support plans to enhance survivor safety.
Advocacy & Support: Provide survivors with guidance on legal options, housing, benefits, children's welfare, and employment opportunities.
Multi-Agency Collaboration: Work alongside Police, health services, schools, social services, and community groups to ensure a coordinated response to domestic abuse.
MARAC Representation: Attend Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs), advocating for survivors and ensuring that risk management plans are effectively coordinated.
Legal & Court Support: Assist survivors through civil and criminal proceedings, liaising with relevant legal professionals and support services.
Data & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, confidential case records in compliance with data protection policies.
Safeguarding: Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns for both children and adults at risk, ensuring appropriate interventions.
Outreach & Awareness: Work with community groups and agencies to promote access to domestic abuse services, with a focus on inclusivity for minority and hard-to-reach groups.
Person Specification
Experience working with survivors of domestic abuse in an advocacy or support role.
Strong knowledge of the Criminal Justice System, safeguarding policies, and legal frameworks relevant to domestic abuse.
Ability to work within a multi-agency setting, collaborating with professionals from various sectors.
Strong case management skills, including risk assessment and safety planning.
High level of emotional resilience and ability to support survivors in crisis situations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing and case note recording.
Experience using computer-based systems for case recording and client management.
Willingness to participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota if required.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of survivors of domestic abuse.
Work as part of a dedicated and passionate team within a well-established domestic abuse service.
Engage in professional development opportunities and specialist training.
Be part of a supportive work environment committed to safeguarding and best practice.If you are passionate about supporting survivors of domestic violence and want to be part of a team that makes a real impact, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply:
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