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We have an exciting opportunity for a Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Adviser (IDSVA) to join the team in Cumbria, working 37.5 hours a week. The aim of this role is to provide initial contact to victims of Domestic and/or Sexual abuse & provide ongoing support to victims and survivors referred to our Independent Sexual Violence service (ISVA).
Job Responsibility:
Providing a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of domestic and/or sexual abuse
Managing a caseload
identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support
Working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe
Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse
Promoting the service and raise awareness of domestic abuse across the support sector
Requirements:
Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of domestic and/or sexual abuse is advantageous
To be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values
To ideally hold a SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with domestic and/or sexual abuse victim’s/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting
What we offer:
Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working
Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave
Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday
Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution
Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments
Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts
Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance
Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support
Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes
Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression