Domestic Abuse Practitioner (Part-Time)
Location: Leicester
Salary: £13,624 per annum
Hours: 20 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Work Base: Office and Refuge Based
Two Part-Time Positions Available
Shift Pattern 1
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
2:00pm - 7:00pmShift Pattern 2
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
2:00pm - 7:00pmMake a Difference Every Day
We are seeking two compassionate and dedicated Domestic Abuse Practitioners to join our refuge-based support service in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, helping them to rebuild their lives in a safe and empowering environment.
As a Domestic Abuse Practitioner, you will provide practical, emotional and advocacy support to residents living within refuge accommodation, helping them to achieve positive outcomes and move towards independence.
Key Responsibilities
Assess referrals and support the admission process into refuge accommodation.
Complete risk and needs assessments and develop tailored support plans.
Provide one-to-one practical and emotional support to women and families affected by domestic abuse.
Support service users with housing, benefits, legal matters, healthcare, education and employment opportunities.
Advocate on behalf of residents and liaise with external agencies including housing providers, social care, healthcare professionals and legal services.
Support residents to develop independent living skills and prepare for move-on accommodation.
Maintain accurate records, case notes and monitoring information.
Participate in safeguarding processes and multi-agency working.
Help maintain a safe, secure and supportive refuge environment.
Contribute to the day-to-day operation of the refuge and wider service.About You
We are looking for candidates who are passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals and have experience working within domestic abuse, housing, safeguarding, social care or support services.
Essential Requirements
Experience supporting vulnerable adults, women, children or families.
Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on individuals and families.
Experience of providing support, advocacy or case management.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage a varied workload and work effectively under pressure.
Good IT, administrative and record-keeping skills.
Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).Desirable
Experience working within refuge, housing or community support services.
Additional community language skills.
Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing legislation and safeguarding procedures.
First Aid qualification.What We Offer
The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of women and families affected by domestic abuse.
Ongoing training and professional development.
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Meaningful and rewarding work within a dedicated team.If you are committed to empowering survivors of domestic abuse and helping individuals rebuild their lives, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our Leicester-based refuge support team.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, your application has been unsuccessful.
If this role is not for you but you do know somebody who would be interested, please feel free to refer them to us! We have a "Refer A Friend" bonus scheme and we will reward you retail vouchers for any referrals who are not already known to us and are successfully placed!
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Salary description
£13624.00 - £14624.00 per year