DSV Caseworker - Newham DSVSS

Hestia; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based support organization is seeking a Domestic and Sexual Violence Caseworker to empower individuals facing domestic abuse. The role involves delivering tailored support, conducting assessments, and working with various agencies to ensure holistic care. Ideal candidates should have experience with vulnerable individuals, a solid understanding of safeguarding issues, and excellent communication skills. A driving license is also required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals involved in on- and off-street sex work.
• Ability to support trauma-affected individuals.
• Good IT skills and a valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support through safety planning and assessments.
• Work closely with multiple agencies to meet needs.
• Build relationships with community organisations and support user involvement.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable individuals

Strong verbal and written skills

Understanding of safeguarding issues

Knowledge of health and social care services

Ability to support individuals who have experienced trauma

Job description

The Newham Domestic and Sexual Violence Support Service is a community-based initiative offering integrated support to individuals who have experienced domestic abuse, sexual violence, forced marriage, honour-based violence, female genital mutilation, or violence related to sex work. Delivered in partnership with local agencies, the service uses approaches such as casework, Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocacy (IDSVA), and Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC) to provide holistic, person-centred care. Its aim is to not only assist survivors directly but also to raise awareness within the community about domestic and sexual violence and the support available. The role involves delivering tailored support through safety planning, risk and needs assessments, and one-to-one sessions, empowering survivors to make informed decisions and develop independent living skills. It requires working closely with multiple agencies to meet needs effectively, building strong relationships with community and statutory organisations, and contributing to good practice and policy development. The role also supports service user involvement through events, networking, fundraising, and consultations, while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to safeguarding policies at all times. We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

Recruitment Process

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have a face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences that different people and communities bring to our organisation. We are a disability confident employer. Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement: Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Applicants

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

The role calls for experience in working with vulnerable individuals, especially those involved in both on- and off-street sex work, along with a strong understanding of the challenges they face and the barriers to accessing services. The role requires the ability to support people who have experienced trauma, as well as excellent verbal, written, and IT skills. A good grasp of safeguarding issues and their practical application is essential, alongside knowledge of health and social care services and the legal framework relating to sex work. A valid driving licence is also required.

About the Job

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Domestic and Sexual Violence Caseworker to play a pivotal role in our Newham Domestic and Sexual Violence Support Service.