Domestic Abuse Community Support Worker

I am recruiting several CARING and PASSIONATE Domestic Abuse Community Support Workers on behalf of a fantastic service in the Gwent area.
I am keen to speak with candidates who are dynamic, inquisitive, have a passion for rights, diversity and inclusion and want to fight alongside those who may not have a voice.

You will support women and children by providing them with an individually tailored support package. The role is office-based, with community outreach Monday through Friday between 09:00 and 16:30.

This position is open to women only under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. It is also subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

• Salary: £24,000
• Hours: 35 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)
• Contract: Permanent
• Shifts: Flexible between 09:00 to 16:00
• Location: Gwent

Benefits of the Domestic Abuse Support Worker role:

• Generous Annual Leave Package 25 Days including Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program - supports your health and well-being at home and work
• Paid Company Sick Pay & Emergency Dependent Leave
• Flexible working options

As a Domestic Abuse Support Worker, you will be responsible for the following:

• Be the first point of contact for service users via phone, email, online chat, text and face-to-face
• Identify and assess the risks and needs of service users
• Provide immediate crisis intervention
• Making detailed and accurate reports and ensuring the CRM is always updated
• Signpost and support women and their families to various agencies, e.g. social services, the police, DWP, homelessness, education, housing, and cultural services
• Promote the service
• Undertake training and development to enhance your skills and knowledge

Requirements:

• Driving licence and access to own vehicle is essential
• Have an understanding of domestic violence and abuse, including the impact on victims and their children
• Understand child protection issues and how to effectively safeguard
• Experience in engaging with external agencies
• Have strong crisis management skills
• Excellent IT and communication skills
• Ability to provide practical and emotional support
• Ability to manage own workload
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

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