Health Advocate - Southampton

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health Advocate to empower victims of domestic abuse. This role involves delivering training to healthcare teams, providing direct support to affected patients, and collaborating with local services to ensure safety and proper responses. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to confidentiality, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Join a passionate team making a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and help foster a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Experience in health advocacy or domestic abuse prevention.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver training on domestic abuse to general practice teams.
• Provide support to patients and collaborate with local services.

Skills

Health Advocacy

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Job description

Position: Health Advocate

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Employment Type:

Full-time

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate Health Advocate to join our team. This role focuses on promoting and delivering training to general practice teams, building relationships with local practices, and providing support to patients affected by domestic abuse.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver in-house training on domestic abuse to general practice teams.
2. Provide ongoing advice and support to practice teams.
3. Encourage health professionals to inquire about patients' abuse experiences and ensure proper response, recording, safety checks, and referrals.
4. Offer advocacy and support to patients referred from practices and make onward referrals as needed.
5. Collect and report performance and monitoring data.
6. Collaborate with the Southampton IDVA service to deliver support to victims and professionals.
7. Participate in the on-call out-of-hours rota.
8. Arrange and deliver training sessions, preparing necessary materials.
9. Maintain accurate, confidential records of work and interactions.
10. Provide direct support to victims through phone and in-person meetings.
11. Work with victims to increase safety and inform them of their rights.
12. Perform administrative tasks, maintaining records and receipts.

On-Call Duties:

1. Handle emergencies and provide support outside service hours.
2. Offer safety advice and support to refuge residents.
3. Assist with admitting families into refuge and processing referrals.
4. Support clients in accessing refuge elsewhere.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Experience in health advocacy, domestic abuse prevention, or related fields.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work independently and in a team.
4. Commitment to professional development.
5. Confidentiality and integrity handling sensitive information.
6. Flexibility for on-call duties.
7. Access to a car and valid driver's license.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and cover letter explaining your experience and why you are suited for this role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.

Join us:

Help support and empower victims of domestic abuse. Together, we can make a difference.