DWP Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Solace Women's Aid; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in London seeks an experienced IDVA to provide risk assessments and support for victims of domestic violence. This role involves collaboration with DWP staff and requires strong crisis intervention skills and experience in providing emotional support. Excellent opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals affected by domestic violence.

Benefits

Flexible working

Generous holiday entitlement

Employer pension contribution

Family-friendly leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in IDVA or similar position with victims of domestic violence.
• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on women and children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk and needs assessments for victims/survivors.
• Provide safety planning and individual support.
• Collaborate with DWP staff and offer guidance and training.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Emotional support

Casework management

Training and guidance

Job description

We are looking for an experienced IDVA to join our dynamic team in Tower Hamlets, working with people who have experienced domestic violence and abuse. You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with external agencies in particular DWP.

As the DWP IDVA you are responsible for carrying out risk and needs assessments, safety planning and providing support and intervention to victim/survivors of domestic violence identified at Poplar jobcentre. In addition you will build relationships with, and provide advice, guidance and training to DWP staff.

You will need a passion for working with victims/survivors and a thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on women and their children, as well as experience of providing emotional and practical support and strong casework management skills. You will have the skills to provide effective crisis intervention, carry out risk assessments, safety planning, assessment of needs and individual support planning. You should have demonstrable experience of working in an IDVA or similar position with this or a similar client group.

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as a DWP Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) at Solace Women's Aid. You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference. Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor‑led, trauma‑informed, empowering, diverse, anti‑racist and anti‑discriminatory.

About the Service: Tower Hamlets Solace Advocacy and Support Service (SASS) provides advocacy and support to survivors of DVA with the aim to reduce risk and harm. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working
• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Employer pension contribution
• Family‑friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
• Access to Inclusion Networks
• Daily clinical debriefing
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
• Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
• Flow & Restore yoga classes
• Meditation sessions
• Cycle to Work Scheme