Domestic Support Worker

Brook Street; Ammanford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Brook Street in Ammanford is seeking a compassionate Male Domestic Abuse Support Worker to provide trauma-informed support to male survivors across accommodation and community-based services. The role requires empathy, resilience and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

You will complete risk and needs assessments, help clients access housing, benefits, healthcare and other services, and manage a caseload with community outreach.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults or families.
• Understanding of domestic abuse and safeguarding.
• Strong communication, advocacy and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload independently and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills; driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to male victims of domestic abuse
• Complete risk and needs assessments and develop support plans
• Support clients to access housing, benefits, healthcare and other services
• Manage a caseload and provide community outreach support
• Deliver recovery-focused interventions and programmes
• Work with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding responsibilities

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Independent worker

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

Health & Social Care qualification

Job description

Male Domestic Abuse Support Worker

Location: Ammanford
Hours: 28 hours per week
Salary: £13.46 per hour
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

We are looking for a compassionate and resilient Support Worker to provide trauma-informed support to male survivors of domestic abuse across accommodation and community-based services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and practical support to male victims of domestic abuse
• Complete risk and needs assessments and develop support plans
• Support clients to access housing, benefits, healthcare and other services
• Manage a caseload and provide community outreach support
• Deliver recovery-focused interventions and programmes
• Work with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding responsibilities

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults or families
• Understanding of domestic abuse and safeguarding
• Strong communication, advocacy and organisational skills
• Ability to manage a varied workload independently and as part of a team
• Good IT skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable

• Experience in domestic abuse, housing, refuge or support services
• Experience delivering group work or recovery programmes
• Relevant Health & Social Care qualification
• Welsh language skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a real difference to the lives of people affected by domestic abuse.