IDVA Vacancies Available
Venn Group is currently recruiting for an experienced BME Specialist IDVA and also a IDVA based in Coventry. This opportunity is looking for a candidates who has a strong background in working with vulnerable individuals such as Domestic Violence victims within a Refuge setting.
BME Specialist IDVA Immediately Required
Location: Coventry
Length: Until May 2023
Hours: 37.5 Hours Working Week
Pay: £11.00 Per Hour Inclusive Of Holiday Pay
Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
Required
Location: Coventry (With a view to some travel within Solihull in the near future)
Length: September 2022
Hours: 20 Hour Working Week
Pay: £11.00 Per Hour Inclusive Of Holiday Pay
Responsibilities of both roles:
- Identify and assess the risks and needs of domestic abuse victims using an evidence-based risk identification checklist
- Focus on and prioritise high risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individual safety planning and personal support
- Work with high risk victims of domestic abuse to help them access services to keep them and their children safe
- Advocate for high risk victims with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse advocacy
- Manage a case load ensuring each client received the appropriate service individual to their needs
- Support the empowerment of the client and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation, and help them regain control of their lives
- Understand multi-agency partnership structures and work within a multi-agency setting which will include participation at the MARAC
- Contribute interventions and help design a plan to protect victims and any children, while maintaining an independent role on Keep up to date with policy and practice in your area of work and undertake staff development and training relevant to the post
Essential experience/requirements:
- Be able to communicate in a South Asian or African Language
- Previous experience in a related role
- A full UK drivers’ license and access to a vehicle
- Enhanced DBS
To discuss this excellent opportunity further, please contact Katie Dugmore or Kimberleigh Parsons on 0121 616 0660, or alternatively email kdugmore@venngroup.com with an up-to-date copy of your CV as soon as possible.
Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you have not received a response within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.