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Victim Support are looking for an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) to join our West Cumberland team. The role will be based in our Workington office with regular travel across West Cumberland. This role is home based in West Cumberland with regular travel to meet clients & colleagues as well as attending meetings & court hearings.
Job Responsibility:
Providing a high quality, pro-active service to victims of sexual violence and abuse (including children and young people), supporting those at highest risk and need
Working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the Bridgeway SARC and other local partnership responses to sexual violence
Working with survivors and other agencies to monitor the care pathway, including risk assessment, helping clients access their rights and supporting with any other services they require
Requirements:
More than anything the right attitude and a willingness to learn are key to becoming an ISVA
Experience of working with victims of sexual violence and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, social or community setting would be an advantage
You must have extensive experience of planning and delivering caseloads
Strong crisis management skills
An understanding of the needs of victims experiencing sexual violence
An approved and accredited ISVA qualification is preferable
Candidates with the right approach and a willingness work towards ISVA accreditation will also be considered
Good IT skills
Knowledge of criminal justice issues
An understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime are also essential
Nice to have:
Experience of working with victims of sexual violence and other service providers and agencies in a statutory, voluntary, social or community setting would be an advantage
An approved and accredited ISVA qualification is preferable
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