Domestic Abuse Intervention & Advocacy Practitioner

Brook Street; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brook Street in Coventry is seeking an Early Intervention Practitioner to support women and families affected by domestic abuse. You will provide early intervention, advocacy and safeguarding services, particularly for those from BAME communities.

The role involves risk assessments, safety planning, and collaboration with Police, Social Services, MARAC and community organisations. Requires English fluency and a second language.

Qualifications

• Experience in domestic abuse, safeguarding, family support or community services.
• Strong knowledge of risk assessments, safeguarding and safety planning.
• Experience supporting vulnerable women and families.
• Understanding of honour-based abuse, forced marriage and FGM.
• Excellent communication, advocacy and case management skills.
• Ability to deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed support.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of women and families affected by domestic abuse.
• Complete risk assessments, safety plans and safeguarding referrals.
• Provide emotional support, crisis intervention and practical assistance.
• Advocate for service users accessing housing, benefits and specialist services.
• Support victims of honour-based abuse, forced marriage and FGM.
• Work closely with Police, Social Services, MARAC and community organisations.
• Maintain accurate case records and confidential documentation.

Skills

Domestic abuse

Safeguarding

Family support

Community services

Risk assessments

Communication

Advocacy

Case management

Trauma-informed

Job description

Brook Street in Coventry is seeking an Early Intervention Practitioner to support women and families affected by domestic abuse. You will provide early intervention, advocacy and safeguarding services, particularly for those from BAME communities.

The role involves risk assessments, safety planning, and collaboration with Police, Social Services, MARAC and community organisations. Requires English fluency and a second language.