We are currently working in partnership with a charity based in North West London, who are recruiting for x2 Specialist BME IDVA’s on a 12 month fixed-term contract.  One position is due to start ASAP and the other is due to start at the beginning of January.  The salary for these roles is £28,000.

The ideal candidate will have worked in the trauma informed industry for at least 2 years, have constructed detailed support plans and have good knowledge on harmful practices.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing specialist advocacy, casework, and crisis intervention for BAME women experiencing domestic abuse
• Supporting survivors with social tenancies to maintain housing stability and prevent homelessness
• Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners, attending MARACs, safeguarding meetings, and case conferences
• Promoting awareness and good practice by delivering training to housing providers and representing AWRC in partnership forums
• Maintaining accurate records and upholding safeguarding and organisational standards

Experience required:

• X2 years working as an IDVA or with victims of domestic violence
• Carrying out DASH risk assessments
• Attending MARAC meetings

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Risk assessment and safety planning
• Crisis intervention and case management
• Advocacy and multi-agency collaboration
• Trauma-informed and culturally competent practice
• Strong communication, documentation, and professional boundaries

Rewards and Benefits:

• Flexible working hours
• Birthday off
• 3 additional floating days each year to take holiday periods off
• Rewards gateway
• Salary increase to £29,000 after 3 month probation period

Working hours:

• 35 hours per week
• 9:30-5 or 10-5:30

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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