Trauma-Informed IDVA Advocate – Swindon

The YOU Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced annual leave

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Professional training

Career development

Employee assistance programme

Equipment provided

Discounts

Job summary

The YOU Trust in Swindon is seeking a Female Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support high/medium risk victims of domestic violence and abuse. The role is full-time and permanent, with a salary of £34,332 per year.

Equality Act 2010 requires the post to be filled by a female worker. The IDVA will work with partners, including health, and participate in MARAC and related meetings to ensure effective support for survivors.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification or equivalent to Diploma/Degree/NVQ5 or equivalent work level experience.
• Nationally recognised IDVA qualification or willingness to commence/complete IDVA training within a year of appointment.
• Experience of supporting women, men and children who have been subject to domestic violence and abuse.
• Experience of effective multi-agency and partnership working.
• Knowledge of trauma informed practice and how it relates to domestic abuse.
• Knowledge of the dynamics and impact of domestic abuse and how best to support victims and survivors.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with people who are experiencing domestic violence and abuse and assessed as high/medium risk and where targeted and specialist support is required.
• All IDVAs provide high quality advocacy and support, identifying other members of the family and children, who may be at risk.
• Engage with local partners and receive referrals from and attending/preparing reports for court and other meetings such as MARAC and other victim-focused meetings.
• Provide one-to-one sessions to high-risk victim survivors and work specifically with partners, including health to ensure people accessing or working in healthcare access the Paragon Team.
• Be part of a training team and work in close partnerships to build sustainable relationships in our communities.

Skills

IDVA qualification

Multi-agency collaboration

Trauma-informed practice

Support for domestic violence victims

Education

Diploma/Degree/NVQ5 or equivalent

Job description

The YOU Trust in Swindon is seeking a Female Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to support high/medium risk victims of domestic violence and abuse. The role is full-time and permanent, with a salary of £34,332 per year.

Equality Act 2010 requires the post to be filled by a female worker. The IDVA will work with partners, including health, and participate in MARAC and related meetings to ensure effective support for survivors.