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This Team management post will take a lead role within Next Link Domestic Abuse services, supporting women, men and children experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence and abuse. Collaborating with other Managers in Next Link, Missing Link and Safe Link to maximise the achievement of the teams and wider organisational objectives and standards, promoting effective communication and teamwork.
Job Responsibility:
Manage an integrated staff team to deliver South Glos IDVA Service, MARAC representation, MASH, DRIVE
Provide leadership and performance management for the staff team
Promote the service through building positive relationships with Survivors, Police, Lighthouse, current and potential referrers
Ensure effective access to the service for survivors and encourage their engagement
Co-ordinate and manage referral and support delivery process
Determine staff caseloads and manage service and staff capacity
Ensure risk assessments (including DASH), safety plans, support plans, referrals, and risk management plans are carried out to a high standard
Act as organisational MARAC lead jointly with our Service Manager in South Glos
Join our team of Safeguarding Officer’s across the organisations
Requirements:
Substantial experience of working with victims/survivors of sexual violence or domestic abuse
Team management experience, including staff support, supervision and performance management within the housing, domestic abuse, or similar support sector
Extensive experience of trauma informed practice and sensitively assessing and responding to the needs and risks of survivors and children experiencing domestic violence
Experience working with multi agency partners e.g. The Police, Social Services and MARAC
Experience of delivering presentations and/or training
Demonstrable experience of being proactive rather than reactive: focuses on preventing problems in the future rather than just resolving immediate issues
A current, full driving licence and access to appropriate motorised transport is essential
What we offer:
Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day
Excellent development and training opportunities
Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)