LGBTQIA+ Sanctuary Support Worker — Part-Time

Leeds Women's Aid; Leeds; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Leeds is seeking a compassionate Sanctuary Support Worker specializing in LGBTQIA+ support. This role involves providing life-changing one-to-one assistance to individuals facing domestic abuse, particularly those from the LGBTQIA+ community. You'll work collaboratively with partner organizations as part of a dedicated team. Applicants should understand the unique challenges faced by LGBT+ survivors. This is a fixed-term position of 21 hours per week with potential for more hours.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting LGBT+ individuals and families.
• Understanding of discrimination issues faced by LGBT+ survivors.
• Compassionate interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to individuals needing sanctuary from domestic abuse.
• Ensure tailored support for LGBT+ victim-survivors.
• Collaborate with other organizations to deliver comprehensive support.

Skills

Experience with LGBT+ needs

Compassionate support skills

Job description

A community support organization in Leeds is seeking a compassionate Sanctuary Support Worker specializing in LGBTQIA+ support. This role involves providing life-changing one-to-one assistance to individuals facing domestic abuse, particularly those from the LGBTQIA+ community. You'll work collaboratively with partner organizations as part of a dedicated team. Applicants should understand the unique challenges faced by LGBT+ survivors. This is a fixed-term position of 21 hours per week with potential for more hours.