Independent Domestic Violence Advocate
13.81 per hour
Based in and around London
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage high-risk domestic violence cases, conducting risk assessments and creating safety plans.
- Provide practical and emotional support to survivors, focusing on legal advice, housing needs, and tenancy support.
- Work with external agencies, such as police, health services, and schools, to ensure coordinated support for survivors.
- Lead and participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) to protect survivors and their children.
- Maintain accurate case records, ensuring compliance with safeguarding and data protection policies.
- Provide court support, including preparation for hearings and trials.
Job Requirements:
- Strong knowledge of domestic violence support, criminal justice processes, and legal remedies.
- Experience in case management and multi-agency collaboration.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to advocate for survivors.
- Understanding of safeguarding issues and the ability to act appropriately.
- Experience using case management systems and completing thorough documentation.
- Commitment to supporting vulnerable groups, including LGBTQ+ and disabled individuals.
If this could be of interest, please drop me an email at (url removed) or call me at (phone number removed)
Alec Lintern
Recruitment Consultant TDA Telecoms