Independent Domestic Violence Adviser

Southern Domestic Abuse Service; Havant; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Domestic Abuse Service in Havant is seeking a female applicant for a temporary maternity cover position, focused on supporting high-risk victims of domestic abuse. The role involves risk assessments, guidance on available services, and developing individual support plans for victims.

This part-time role requires 18.5 hours per week, with a flexible work pattern. The successful candidate will support victims in navigating the justice system and facilitate their transition to safe living conditions.

An enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience working with high-risk victims of domestic abuse.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and use progress measurement tools.
• Strong communication skills for advice and support.

Responsibilities

• Assist high-risk victims in accessing services and ensuring safety.
• Collaborate with agencies to coordinate safety plans.
• Manage a caseload and develop individual support plans.

Job description

*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation, the work we do to support those affected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.

Main purpose and scope of the job

• Work with high-risk victims to help them access services, report to police and to keep them and their children safe. To undertake risk assessments and utilise progress measurement tools as appropriate
• To work in partnership with victims and survivors to identify the needs of their children and support them to access appropriate services.
• Work directly with all key agency partners to address the safety of high-risk victims and ensuring that their safety plans are coordinated particularly through the HRDA and MARAC
• To provide advice by telephone and face‑to‑face to assist victims and survivors experiencing domestic abuse to understand the services available and make choices about their own future.
• Manage a case load ensuring every victim and survivor receives the appropriate service individual to their needs. Focusing on safety planning, practical safety measures and the use of civil and criminal justice systems to increase protection and support the transition of victims and children from the abusive situation into safe and independent living
• Develop individual support and safety plans to mitigate risk and address the support needs of victims and survivors, regularly reviewing cases ensuring that all agencies are meeting the needs of clients.

Available Posts:

Havant:

Reference Number: STOPDA897

Contract Type: Temporary - Maternity Cover (End date - January 2027)

Hours Per Week: 18.5 - Work Pattern open to discussion

We particularly welcome applicants from BAMER communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation.

Appointment will be on merit alone.

An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure will be required for this role.