Trauma-Informed Modern Slavery Outreach Advocate

AWD online; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to group clinical supervision

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Annual leave buy back

Regular staff newsletter

Time off in lieu

5% employer pension

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a Modern Slavery Support Worker to provide trauma-informed outreach to adults and children affected by exploitation across the West Midlands.

You will manage assessments, journey planning and referrals, working with partner agencies to deliver safeguarding and access to NRM and ECAT entitlements. This is a full-time, permanent role with 37.5 hours per week and travel across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting vulnerable adults and children and safeguarding concerns.
• Experience supporting vulnerable people, including homelessness or destitution.
• Experience building partnerships with other agencies and working professionally.
• Knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, modern slavery, human trafficking, UK support systems, the NRM and ECAT.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, homelessness, immigration and cultural diversity requirements.
• Understanding of trauma-informed approaches, health and safety and GDPR.
• Ability to advocate, build supportive relationships, work person-centred, manage a caseload and maintain professional boundaries.
• Strong communication, organisation and Microsoft Office skills.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Current driving licence and access to a vehicle with willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Client Support and Advocacy: Provide practical and emotional support, promoting confidence, independence, safety and security
• Risk and Needs Assessment: Complete risk and needs assessments, health information and journey plans within required timescales
• NRM and ECAT Support: Advocate through the National Referral Mechanism and explain rights and ECAT entitlements
• Referrals and Partnership Working: Connect clients with services, attend multi-agency meetings and work with partner organisations
• Safeguarding and Case Management: Manage complex needs, maintain boundaries, follow lone-working procedures and escalate safeguarding concerns
• Records and Service Delivery: Maintain records, meet contract requirements and support quality

Skills

Experience supporting vulnerableAdults

Experience safeguarding concerns

Experience building partnerships

Knowledge of risk assessment

Knowledge of safeguarding requirements

Understanding of trauma-informedApproa

Advocacy and person-centred approach

Strong communication

Organisation and resilience

Education

A Level / Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AWD online is seeking a Modern Slavery Support Worker to provide trauma-informed outreach to adults and children affected by exploitation across the West Midlands.

You will manage assessments, journey planning and referrals, working with partner agencies to deliver safeguarding and access to NRM and ECAT entitlements. This is a full-time, permanent role with 37.5 hours per week and travel across the region.