Trauma-Informed Domestic Abuse Advocate

Hull City Council; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Hull is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Domestic Abuse Project. The role involves providing victim-led support and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse, working collaboratively with various agencies. Candidates should have experience in supporting victims, effective communication skills, and an understanding of safeguarding. This position offers opportunities for personal development and training within a dedicated team.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of direct work with victims / survivors affected by domestic abuse.
• Demonstrates an ability to work with victims / survivors in an empowering and supportive way.
• Effective communication and organisational skills with the ability to work using own initiative.
• Informed understanding of safeguarding children and adults is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide victim-led trauma-informed, strength-based support and advocacy to victims.
• Work in partnership with other agencies to support victims.

Skills

Direct work with victims

Empowering and supportive communication

Organisational skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Job description

A local government authority in Hull is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Domestic Abuse Project. The role involves providing victim-led support and advocacy to victims of domestic abuse, working collaboratively with various agencies. Candidates should have experience in supporting victims, effective communication skills, and an understanding of safeguarding. This position offers opportunities for personal development and training within a dedicated team.