Domestic Abuse Project Worker

Morgan Hunt; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt is recruiting a Project Worker in Southampton to provide direct support, advice, and assistance to individuals and families in need. You will empower clients to make positive choices and help them transition to independent living.

You'll conduct one-to-one safety planning, advocacy, and facilitate group activities, while coordinating with education services and other agencies. A driving license and car ownership are preferred to reach clients and events.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing support to vulnerable individuals.
• Understanding of advocacy and support frameworks.
• Ability to work within a multi-agency framework.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one services including safety planning and advocacy.
• Support children and young people in accessing and maintaining education.
• Ensure the needs of individuals and families are met.
• Collaborate with relevant services to enhance support systems.
• Welcome clients and address their practical and emotional needs.
• Organise activities and group work sessions.
• Maintain high standards of information, advice, and temporary accommodation.
• Assist clients in attending appointments when necessary.
• Develop and implement individual support plans tailored to client needs.

Skills

Vulnerable support

Advocacy

Multi-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Driving license and car ownership with business insurance

A Levels or equivalent qualifications

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Project Worker
Location: Southampton

About the Role / Job Summary:

A trauma-informed is seeking a dedicated Project Worker to provide essential support, advice, and assistance to individuals and families in need. This role focuses on empowering clients to make positive choices and facilitating their transition to independent living.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one services including safety planning and advocacy.
• Support children and young people in accessing and maintaining education.
• Ensure the needs of individuals and families are met.
• Collaborate with relevant services to enhance support systems.
• Welcome clients and address their practical and emotional needs.
• Organise activities and group work sessions.
• Maintain high standards of information, advice, and temporary accommodation.
• Assist clients in attending appointments when necessary.
• Develop and implement individual support plans tailored to client needs.

Qualifications:

• Experience in providing support to vulnerable individuals.
• Understanding of advocacy and support frameworks.
• Ability to work within a multi-agency framework.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Education Requirements:

• A clean driving license and car ownership with business insurance.
• A Levels or equivalent qualifications are desirable.
• Ability to work at NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• Experience in supporting individuals in stressful situations.
• Experience in facilitating support groups and targeted group work.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including those facing challenges.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.