Job Description

Apricus Resourcing are working with a leading charity who are searching for an IDVA for a Hybrid role based from Newham, London.

As an IDVA you will work within an MDT that provides first class care/support to victims of domestic violence. The service aim to engage with victims to offer support, address needs and risks and promote understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours. Within your role you will be working with external agencies, case managers and fellow IDVA’s to review and develop safety plans. The manager is looking for compassionate candidates who are passionate about supporting vulnerable adults, if you’ve never worked within domestic violence roles but are keen to get into this area this may be perfect for you as the service are keen to hear from people who have worked within similar settings such as mental health, criminal justice, substance misuse etc.

Key responsibilities:

• The IDVA will manage high profile / intensive case work.

• To ensure that SafeLives DASH Risk assessment, Individual Safety & Support Plan, Severity of Abuse Grid are in place and reviewed 6 weekly to support the client.

• Domestic violence, legal advice, housing needs, tenancy support, support of children, access to learning or employment dependent on the individual’s aspirations and needs.

• Ensure that identified support targets have been met in conjunction with other agencies delivering care and support services to clients.

• To ensure that support planning is outcome focused and that clients inform the type and level of support that they receive.

• To ensure as far as possible that a seamless service is being delivered by working closely with other support providers to have a joined up approach to addressing support needs.

• To provide practical and emotional support to women and men applying the principles of effective casework when supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence at the highest risk and their children and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met.

This is a hybrid position so you will have amble chance to work from home throughout the week but there is an expectancy that you are flexible to meet the needs of the service, this includes being available for face to face work as and when required. The role available is based on a rolling contract basis that’s paying £17.55 per hour.

Benefits of working with Apricus Resourcing

* Free of charge fast tracked DBS disclosure certificate

* Out of hours service/support

* Consultant permanently assigned to you with all the sector expertise required

* Efficient weekly Payroll and professional Compliance Department System, ensuring that you are accurately paid on time, every time

* The most competitive Rates the sector can offer, allowing you to achieve earnings unlike anywhere else

* Leading Referral Bonus, for every successful referral to Apricus

If you feel that you meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you! Please apply or feel free to contact the office directly and speak to a consultant who can run you through the finer details