Independent Domestic Violence Advocate - Children & Young People

• Provide appropriate non-therapeutic support to children, young people and their families via their preferred contact method
• Undertake needs and risk assessments to develop tailored individual safety and support plans
• Use a bespoke case management system to maintain accurate and confidential record keeping and contribute to the collection of outcomes
• Liaise with the police, social services, CPS, schools, colleges and other agencies on the client's behalf, with the client's consent maintaining confidentiality
• Provide information to children & young people to enable them to make informed choices about their future options
• Ensuring that the voices, needs, rights and legal entitlements of children and young people are heard and understood by all individuals and organisations

• A strong understanding of domestic abuse and violence and the impact this has on children and young people
• Experience of working with children and young people including completing risk assessments and safety planning
• Experience of managing a caseload and keeping clear case management records
• Experience of adapting communication styles to be able to effectively communicate with children, young people and their families
• An understanding of trauma informed practice and how to implement this within your work
• A thorough understanding of the criminal justice system and the Victim's Code
• An understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and other legal requirements
• Good IT skills including experience with working within bespoke case management systems and using Microsoft Office Packages
• Organised and methodical approach to work with the ability to plan, prioritise and organise workload
• Driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement (unless unable to drive because of a disability)

Hold an approved and accredited CHIDVA qualification (or willingness to work towards one)

• 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
• Welcome Bonus: £500 on successful completion of probation period
• 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