Young Women's IDVA

Role: Young Women s Independent Domestic Abuse and Violence Advocate

Based: Barnet, London

Rate: £27,000 to £28,840 depending on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week 10am 6pm Hybrid 2 days from home (subject to the needs of the young person)

Our client, a specialist youth and survivor-led charity based in Barnet, is recruiting for a Young Women s Independent Domestic Abuse and Violence Advocate to join their team

Synopsis of duties:

• To engage and manage a caseload of up to 15 young survivors of abuse on a weekly/ fortnightly basis, including preparation for sessions and organising schedules.
• To upkeep thorough and accurate reporting and monitoring of all interactions with young people via our secure monitoring database and in line with our Safeguarding Policy
• Engaging in weekly case reviews with the Safeguard Lead and providing thorough updates on any changes to risk or safety
• Report any immediate safeguarding concerns to the Safeguard Lead and any external parties with a duty of care, such as parents/ carers, social care or police
• To advocate for the safety and wellbeing of young women and girls as and when required, being proactive to mitigate risks and produce positive outcomes
• To establish innovative and creative opportunities for young people s development, considering their needs and ensuring access and inclusion
• To work collaboratively with the wider team to offer a high standard, consistent and safe service for the young people we support organisationally, this may including attending and helping to organise different group activities or workshops
• Engage in all required training and learning to enhance skills to provide quality support, communicating any gaps in skill or knowledge as soon as identified
• Perform any other reasonably expected tasks for a person in your position as required
• To do all the above confidently, safely and inspiringly - with honesty and integrity

Essential Requirements

• Qualified IDVA or 1 year of similar relevant transferable experience
• Have an in-depth understanding of GBV, specifically relationship abuse and exploitation
• Ability to build safe and trusted relationships, centering the needs of young women
• Have an in-depth understanding of inclusive and equitable working practices, including how intersecting identities exacerbate violence against women and girls, and reduce their access to support
• Ability to advocate, lead and manage young women s cases with integrity; putting their safety and wellbeing first
• DBS dated within the last 12 months or on the update service

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