Refuge Project Worker

Birmingham & Solihull Women's Aid; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham and Solihull Women's Aid is seeking a passionate individual to assist in the day-to-day running of their refuge. The successful candidate will provide vital support to women and children experiencing domestic abuse, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment as part of a dedicated team in this leading charity.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Understanding of issues surrounding domestic violence and abuse.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.

Responsibilities

• Assist the refuge manager in running the refuge.
• Provide support, advice, and guidance to women and children.
• Develop and deliver front-line services.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Counseling

Education

Relevant qualifications in social work, psychology, or counseling

Job description

Birmingham and Solihull Women’s aid have for over 40 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?

The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.

Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have colleagues offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.

We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.

This role will assist the refuge manager in the day-to-day running of the refuge, developing and delivering a front line service offering support, advice and guidance to women and their children living in the refuge.

BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team at: [e-mail].

These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on Tuesday 1st July. Interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 14th July.