ISVA: Empower Victims & Navigate Justice (Part-Time)

IDAS; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Employer-paid health cash plan

National discount schemes

Job summary

IDAS is seeking a dedicated part-time Support Worker to help victims of sexual violence and families within the Hambleton & Richmondshire area. You'll provide practical and emotional support, assist through the criminal justice process, and develop personalised coping plans in a compassionate, safeguarding-focused role.

The role offers comprehensive training, 26 days of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), a contributory pension, health cash plan, and access to national discount schemes.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and emotional support to victims of sexual violence, including young people, and parents of younger children.
• Support clients through the criminal justice process, including court preparation and liaison with police and CPS.
• Complete holistic needs assessments and develop personalised cope and recovery plans.
• Ensure clients are informed of their rights and case progress in line with the Victims Code of Practice, and deliver support around Criminal Injuries Compensation and special measures.
• Make referrals to specialist services such as counselling, sexual health clinics, and legal support.
• Participate in the IDAS helpline and respond to safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Act as an internal advisor on sexual violence and deliver training to staff and external agencies.
• Champion equality, diversity, and inclusion by ensuring services are accessible and responsive to the needs of all communities, including those who are underrepresented or marginalised.

Job description

IDAS is seeking a dedicated part-time Support Worker to help victims of sexual violence and families within the Hambleton & Richmondshire area. You'll provide practical and emotional support, assist through the criminal justice process, and develop personalised coping plans in a compassionate, safeguarding-focused role.

The role offers comprehensive training, 26 days of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time), a contributory pension, health cash plan, and access to national discount schemes.