Independent Domestic Violence Advisor - City
This is a Permanent, Salaried vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The role
Do you want to make a difference to someone’s life every single day? Do you have resilience and adaptability? Do you thrive working in a busy environment, where you’d become part of a close-knit team that has a real impact in Derby City?
If yes, then we’d love to hear from you! We’re looking for an experienced domestic abuse professional to join our Derby City Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) team. You’ll be out and about in the community, providing a high-quality frontline service to local people at the highest risk of domestic abuse, using a client-centred and trauma-informed approach.
Job requirements
- Identify and assess the risks and needs of domestic abuse victim/survivors using an evidence-based risk identification checklist, creating a safety plan that works for them and their needs.
- Manage your case load, making sure each victim referred receives the appropriate service that fits their individual needs.
- Work within a multi-agency framework including MARAC, the police, health professionals, child protection, housing practitioners and other voluntary and statutory specialists.
- Advise victim/survivors on civil and criminal remedies and their housing rights. You'll support them through the MARAC process, working closely with the police and other agencies to advocate for their overall safety and well-being.
- Provide practical, emotional and advocacy support that empowers victims of abuse and empowers them to overcome their current situation, focusing on safety planning, practical safety measures and the use of civil and criminal justice systems to increase protection.
- Work in partnership, where relevant/appropriate, with the perpetrator intervention service, making sure all necessary processes are carried out to maintain the safety of the victim/survivor.
- Contribute to the external accreditation of the service by making sure standards are adhered to. Participate in activities to achieve re-accreditation.
What we’re looking for
- A good level of education including GCSE English and maths, or equivalent.
- Evidence of self-development or formal learning and development in sector skills.
- A minimum of 12 months experience directly supporting adults who have experienced domestic abuse or who have other complex needs.
- A formal qualification, such as IDVA, or the willingness to complete this.
- A good understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on those affected by it and the legal and practical remedies available to them.
- An understanding of safeguarding issues and procedures and legislation relating to domestic violence.
- Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle for work.
- DBS check.
- Police vetted.
Be a catalyst for change and help us impact the way our region addresses abusive relationships. Apply now!
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Who we are
We’re part of Honeycomb Group, a team of social-minded brands championing happy homes in our region by providing services and support that help people across Staffordshire and its surrounding areas feel secure, connected and confident.
Glow is the catalyst for change in our community and our sector. We’re working to systematically impact the way our region and our sector addresses abusive relationships. Everything we do is driven by a deep desire to change the future of relationships for the better. This is the start of something great.
Watch the video below to hear from some of the people we've supported.
Why choose us
No matter what brand you're working with across the Honeycomb Group, you can trust us to look after you. Creating a happy home doesn't just apply to our customers, it applies to our staff too. That's why we offer:
Annual leave purchase scheme with two chances to join and boost your annual leave- you will also be entitled to time off for public holidays or paid days to take flexibly.
Keep fit and save money with our cycle to work scheme. Purchase bikes and equipment through your salary and save on tax and national insurance contributions.
We never shut the door
At Honeycomb Group we know that a Group full of people from diverse backgrounds and communities makes us better at what we do. This means building a more inclusive and diverse workplace and promoting equality for all regardless of what you look like, where you come from and who you love. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or belief.
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