Domestic Abuse Practitioner

An excellent opportunity for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner with experience supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, managing caseloads, safeguarding and delivering trauma-informed support.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, IDVA, Family Support Worker, Safeguarding Practitioner, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Independent Sexual Violence Advisor, MARAC Representative, Refuge Support Worker, DVA Outreach Worker, DASH Assessor, Domestic Abuse Navigator, CYP Practitioner, Children and Young People Practitioner, Family Support Worker

Please note: This post is open to female applicants only as an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010

SALARY: £25,282 (unqualified) to £30,304 (qualified) per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Dudley, West Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner to join a Family Safeguarding Team supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse.

As a Domestic Abuse Practitioner you will manage a caseload, assess risk, develop safety and support plans, and work closely with children’s services and partner agencies.

The Domestic Abuse Practitioner will provide practical, emotional and trauma-informed support to help improve safety, wellbeing and outcomes for adults, children and families.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Domestic Abuse Practitioner include:

• Case Management: Hold and manage a caseload of individuals and families, completing assessments, support plans, safety plans and case reviews
• Victim and Survivor Support: Provide practical and emotional support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse using a trauma-informed approach
• Safeguarding: Work to reduce risk of harm to adults and children, escalating concerns and responding to increased risk through agreed multi-agency plans
• Family Safeguarding: Work as part of a multi-disciplinary Family Safeguarding Team supporting parents and carers whose children are open to intervention
• Support Planning: Develop care plans and support plans for children’s services and coordinate support within the community
• Professional Advice: Provide advice and guidance to other professionals supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse
• Partnership Working: Work collaboratively with statutory, voluntary and community services to improve safety, independence and access to support
• Records and Reporting: Maintain accurate case records, outcome evidence and reports in line with organisational procedures, confidentiality and GDPR
• Meetings and Reviews: Attend relevant meetings, case reviews and multi-agency forums, including CIN, CP, TAC, TAF, MARAC or MAPPA where appropriate

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• This post is open to female applicants only as an Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010
• Relevant previous or current employment or work experience
• Experience working with vulnerable adults and children in a safeguarding capacity
• Knowledge of domestic abuse, its impact on individuals and families, and safe engagement approaches
• Understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, domestic abuse and sexual violence
• Experience managing a caseload, working to timescales and maintaining accurate records
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Able to build and maintain professional boundaries with service users and stakeholders
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Teams and other virtual platforms
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Eligibility to work in the UK

DESIRABLE

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in a related field
• Experience supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse, including risk assessment and safety planning
• Experience managing complex casework involving trauma, mental health, substance misuse, child abuse or crisis intervention
• Understanding of motivational interviewing and trauma-informed approaches
• Experience preparing reports for case conferences or similar proceedings
• Knowledge of housing, criminal, civil and welfare rights legislation relating to domestic abuse

BENEFITS

• Mileage allowance
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to group clinical supervision
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Wellbeing day
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Time off in lieu for additional hours worked

This role requires a DBS check

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JOB REF: AWDO-P14902

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