ISVA: Sexual Violence Support & Advocacy (Part-Time)

IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Service); Northallerton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Salary

Annual leave

Pension

Health plan

Discount schemes

Job summary

IDAS (Independent Domestic Abuse Service) is hiring a part-time role serving the Hambleton & Richmondshire Area. The role provides practical and emotional support to victims of sexual violence, including young people and parents, and helps navigate the criminal justice process.

You will conduct holistic needs assessments, make referrals to counselling and legal services, participate in the IDAS helpline, and help champion equality and inclusion in a responsive, accessible service.

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 (Independent Domestic Abuse Service) is hiring a part-time role serving the Hambleton & Richmondshire Area. The role provides practical and emotional support to victims of sexual violence, including young people and parents, and helps navigate the criminal justice process.

You will conduct holistic needs assessments, make referrals to counselling and legal services, participate in the IDAS helpline, and help champion equality and inclusion in a responsive, accessible service.