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Senior (IDVA) Independent Domestic Violence Adviser

Blue Octopus Social Care
Job LocationSouthwark
EducationNot Mentioned
Salary£28,296 - £29,088 per annum, pro-rata
IndustryNot Mentioned
Functional AreaNot Mentioned
Job TypeContract, part-time

Job Description

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of some of the women and children across Harrow Are you interested in a part-time fixed-term contract until 31st March 2021 If so, come and join the Harrow domestic abuse team as a Senior IDVA.We are Hestia, a vibrant charity that has been supporting and empowering vulnerable adults and children since 1970. We are celebrating our 50th anniversary this year so, it is an exciting time to join us!Harrow Domestic Abuse Services delivers an Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy and Safety Planning service across the London Borough of Harrow. We are a welcoming team constructed of a Police IDVA, Community IDVA, Safety Planner within Social Service and a Floating Support Worker. We provide highly efficient support to High and Medium Risk Service Users who have been affected by Domestic Abuse.This role is not without its challenges, but it is also immensely rewarding with the option to do multi-agency work and work with a diverse community. You will lead a small and dedicated team of IDVAs and Hestia offers a culture of learning and development to allow staff to grow in the areas of their interest.Hestia is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we welcome applications from candidates with lived experience. In everything we do, we seek to be: respectful, genuine, dedicated, collaborative and courageous and if these values resonate with you, please apply.Section 7(2) b & e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply to this position - (Only Female applicants Please). Please confirm if you identify as female.Person specification:

  • Knowledge of the support needs and support planning of women and children experiencing domestic violence.
  • Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System
  • Provide case working support to clients.
  • Experience of working within a multi-agency setting.
  • Awareness of risks associated with domestic violence in a working environment.
  • Knowledge of legal, statutory, regulatory, and good practice requirements applicable to the provision of supported housing.
  • Working knowledge of the relevant housing law and welfare benefits that apply to women and children using the service.
  • Knowledge of legal remedies available to women experiencing domestic violence.
  • Provide an out of hours on call service as part of Hestia’s On-call rota
  • Willingness to mentor pool workers, students and trainees as required across the organisation.
  • Previous experience of using computer-based systems to accurately record work and client details
  • Highly developed interpersonal, written and oral communication skills and ability to manage complex tasks in clearly defined time frames
  • Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding issues and ability to address them appropriately.
    • In return we offer a competitive salary, a supportive working environment and a host of benefits including pension, employee discounts, 25 days holiday per annum (for full-time positions) plus the option to buy an additional 3 weeks, cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan.Location: HarrowSalary: £28,296 - £29,088 per annum, pro rataHours: 19.5 hours per weekContract Type: Fixed-term contract/secondment until 31st March 2021Working Pattern: Monday - Friday (core hours 10.00-16.00)Closing date: 05th July 2020Interview date: As and when via phone/SkypeAbout HestiaHestia supports adults and children in crisis across London and the surrounding regions. We campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect them. This includes victims of modern slavery, women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, young care leavers and older people. From giving someone a home, to helping them to get the right mental health support, we support people at the moment of crisis and enable them to build a life beyond crisis. We are supported by more than 460 volunteers who provide specialist skills such as art therapy yoga, IT, gardening, cooking as well as befriending and fundraising.We are proud to be the home of UK SAYS NO MORE, bringing together a diverse coalition of individuals, charities, businesses and public-sector organisations to campaign for an end to the domestic abuse and sexual violence.This is a Blue Octopus Recruitment Ltd vacancy who are operating as an employment agency. Once you have clicked to apply for this vacancy, we will then send you more information on the role including a copy of the application form via email.

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