High-Risk Domestic Abuse IDVA — Hybrid & Wellbeing Focus

First Light; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Wellbeing day

External supervision

Wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Disability Confident Committed

Annual pay review and pension

Job summary

First Light in Plymouth seeks an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to deliver proactive, trauma-informed support to adults experiencing high-risk domestic abuse. You will assess risk, develop safety plans, and provide advocacy across housing, health, legal and financial needs.

The role involves community outreach, collaboration with MARAC and partner agencies, and managing a complex caseload to keep victims safe and empowered on their path to recovery.

Qualifications

• Literacy skills and experience working with databases.
• SafeLives IDVA training certificate, or a relevant degree, or demonstrable equivalent experience, or vocational qualification.
• Experience supporting victims of domestic abuse, or working with vulnerable people.
• Understanding the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children.
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues and legal responsibilities.
• Understanding risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims and their children.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills with agencies and individuals.
• Handling confidential and sensitive information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive, high-risk domestic abuse support to keep victims and families safe.
• Complete risk assessments and create individualised safety plans.
• Provide advocacy, emotional, practical support and information across housing, health, legal and financial areas.
• Deliver support in the community with essential face-to-face outreach.
• Prioritise and manage daily referrals and ensure timely first contact.
• Participate in MARAC meetings and follow up on actions.

Job description

First Light in Plymouth seeks an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to deliver proactive, trauma-informed support to adults experiencing high-risk domestic abuse. You will assess risk, develop safety plans, and provide advocacy across housing, health, legal and financial needs.

The role involves community outreach, collaboration with MARAC and partner agencies, and managing a complex caseload to keep victims safe and empowered on their path to recovery.