Criminal Justice IDVA: Court-Embedded DA Specialist

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,041 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Service Care Solutions Ltd is recruiting for a Criminal Justice IDVA to join a well-established domestic abuse charity's VAWG service in Hammersmith. This full-time role is temporary and hybrid, aiming to support survivors of domestic abuse through the criminal justice process.

The position requires a strong understanding of domestic abuse dynamics and an ability to work within the criminal justice system, alongside police professionals, offering a comprehensive support strategy for survivors at various stages.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in domestic violence, criminal justice, social work or related field.
• Strong understanding of domestic abuse dynamics and the criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning with survivors aged 18.
• Supporting women through the criminal justice process including special measures and impact statements.
• Upskilling police professionals around trauma informed practice and domestic abuse dynamics.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Understanding of domestic abuse dynamics

Knowledge of safeguarding legislation

Education

Relevant qualification in domestic violence, criminal justice, or social work

Job description

Service Care Solutions Ltd is recruiting for a Criminal Justice IDVA to join a well-established domestic abuse charity's VAWG service in Hammersmith. This full-time role is temporary and hybrid, aiming to support survivors of domestic abuse through the criminal justice process.

The position requires a strong understanding of domestic abuse dynamics and an ability to work within the criminal justice system, alongside police professionals, offering a comprehensive support strategy for survivors at various stages.