Domestic Violence Advocate

Brook Street; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Brook Street is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) in Coventry for part-time hours. The post is 18.5 hours per week with a salary of £13,035 per annum. You will provide case management, advocacy, risk assessments, and safety planning to support women and children affected by domestic abuse.

The role involves one-to-one support, collaboration with housing, police and health services, and maintaining secure case records to help service users live safely and independently.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or domestic abuse survivors.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessment.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Experience of multi-agency working.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of women affected by domestic abuse.
• Complete risk assessments and safety plans.
• Provide advocacy and emotional support.
• Work with housing, police, health and other agencies.
• Maintain accurate case records.

Job description

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) - Part Time

Coventry
£13,035 per annum
18.5 hours per week

Working Hours:

• Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Wednesday: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
• Thursday: 9:00am - 5:0pm

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support women and children affected by domestic abuse.

You will provide one-to-one support, advocacy, risk assessments, safety planning and case management, helping service users access the support and resources they need to live safely and independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of women affected by domestic abuse
• Complete risk assessments and safety plans
• Provide advocacy and emotional support
• Work with housing, police, health and other agencies
• Maintain accurate case records

Requirements

• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals or domestic abuse survivors
• Knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessment
• Strong communication and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a varied caseload
• Experience of multi-agency working

IDVA qualification/accreditation desirable but not essential.

If you're passionate about empowering women and making a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.