IDVA Advocate – High-Impact Domestic Abuse Support (Hybrid)

Zohorecruit; Sefton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly Pay

Job summary

Sefton Council is seeking an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to deliver focused support and advocacy for high-risk domestic abuse victims. Working within the Community Safety & Engagement Service, you will conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans to safeguard victims and families.

You will operate in a multi-agency setting, including MARAC and safeguarding partnerships, and provide crisis intervention, guidance on options, and progress case management to ensure

Qualifications

• Qualified IDVA or recognized Domestic Abuse qualification.
• Proven experience in the domestic abuse sector.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments and safety planning.
• Experience managing a complex caseload.
• Experience advocating for vulnerable individuals.
• Experience working in a multi-agency setting.
• Strong knowledge of domestic abuse legislation, safeguarding and MARAC processes.

Responsibilities

• Offer proactive, short to medium-term support to high-risk domestic abuse victims.
• Conduct thorough risk and needs assessments using established tools.
• Create and implement personalized safety and support plans.
• Assist victims in understanding their options and making informed decisions.
• Advocate for victims to secure necessary services and support.
• Empower victims to regain control and enhance their safety outcomes.
• Identify and refer appropriate cases to MARAC and prepare case information for MARAC meetings.
• Attend multi-agency meetings and execute agreed actions.
• Collaborate with police, health services, housing providers, children's and adults safeguarding teams, and voluntary sector organisations.
• Adhere to safeguarding procedures for children and vulnerable adults and attend safeguarding meetings.

Skills

IDVA qualification

Domestic abuse experience

Risk assessments

Safety planning

Multi-agency working

Communication skills

Report writing

Driving license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sefton Council is seeking an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to deliver focused support and advocacy for high-risk domestic abuse victims. Working within the Community Safety & Engagement Service, you will conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans to safeguard victims and families.

You will operate in a multi-agency setting, including MARAC and safeguarding partnerships, and provide crisis intervention, guidance on options, and progress case management to ensure