Domestic Violence Intervention Worker

Job Description

Domestic Abuse Interventions WorkerSalary: £24,646 - £26,000Location: LeicesterHours & Shift Pattern: 37 Hours - Monday/Wednesday/Friday (9am-5pm), Tuesday/Thursday (2pm-9pm), Saturday (10am-4pm with the following Monday off), 4 Saturdays in 6 weeksThis post however is restricted to males due to the nature of the role and requiring a gender balanced facilitation team. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.Are you looking for a new role that will give you a sense of achievementI am looking for someone who has a keen interest & passion for supporting those who have been subject to domestic abuse. You will become part of an amazing team, and you will support perpetrators of domestic violence. If this sounds like a role for you, I wouldlove to hear from YOU today!I am in partnership and collaborating with a fantastic national client who are a registered care and support charity, who specialise in delivering homes, services, and innovation for the most disadvantaged communities in the country and provide support to vulnerableadults. They provide the very best service, and they would love your help to continue that process.What`s in it for YOUFor your hard work and commitment, you will be paid a salary between £24,646 - £26,000, and you will be entitled to a very desirable employee package which includes working for a company who always strive to do more for their service users and also their staff!You are offered more than just your monthly salary as you are also offered a great range of employee benefits with the aim to enhance your life both in and outside of the workplace. This will include; savings on eye tests, 25 days annual leave in additionto bank holidays with that number increasing after 3 years` continuous service, and additional leave for your birthday!Overview of the RoleWithin your role, you will support perpetrators of domestic abuse, and you will support them in going through a development pathway programme in order to enforce positive behaviour changes. You will work in group settings, and on 1-2-1 support sessions, inorder to refer perpetrators to specific programmes.Key ResponsibilitiesTo conduct violence prevention work in a way that shows an understanding of domestic violence and its effects on partners, ex-partners and childrenTo lead with co - worker a structured programme relating to domestic violence and abuse, parenting, and domestic abuse awarenessTo conduct appointment-based assessments with potential clients to assess their suitability for the violence prevention programme based on the Jenkins Centres aims and criteria, submitting reports to social services and other agencies as necessaryRequired Skills, Experience, & KnowledgeThis post however is restricted to males due to the nature of the role and requiring a gender balanced facilitation team. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 appliesExperience working with perpetrators of domestic violenceCompetent delivering sessions in a group, and also on a 1-2-1 basisKnowledge of Sexual Exploitation, and the Child Protection systemInterview Process1st Stage - Shortlisting & Pre-ScreeningIn this stage I will review your CV. Should you be successful, I will invite you for a telephone conversation, where will discuss your right to work, work history, suitability for the role, and any questions you may have.2nd Stage - Formal InterviewIn this stage, you will have a formal interview with the hiring manager, which you will be well prepared for.If successful, you will be required to have a current DBS on the update service, eligibility of right to work, and your start date will be subject to sufficient references.Click APPLY Today!