IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor) – Local Solutions, Kensington

Job Title: IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor)

Responsible to: Service Lead/Operational Manager

About the Role

We are looking for compassionate, skilled and committed Independent Domestic Violence Advocates (IDVA) to join our specialist domestic abuse service.

This is an opportunity to join a respected specialist service where relationships, compassion and advocacy are at the centre of everything we do. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to ensuring that victim-survivors feel heard, believed and supported, while helping them to increase their safety, recover from abuse and move forward with confidence.

We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to equality, inclusion and improving outcomes for all victim-survivors affected by domestic abuse.

At the heart of this role is supporting victim-survivors to achieve greater safety, stability and independence. You will work alongside individuals experiencing high-risk domestic abuse, providing trauma-informed, person-centred support that recognises their strengths, respects their choices, and empowers them to make informed decisions about their lives.

As an IDVA, you will build trusting relationships with victim-survivors, helping them navigate some of the most difficult and complex circumstances they may face. You will undertake risk assessments, develop and review safety plans, provide crisis intervention, and advocate to ensure that victim-survivors' voices, wishes and experiences are heard and acted upon.

About You

We would like to hear from applicants who can demonstrate:

- Experience of supporting victim-survivors of domestic abuse and/or other vulnerable groups.

- A strong understanding of domestic abuse, safeguarding, risk management and trauma-informed practice.ics of domestic abuse and the fluid nature of risk.

- The ability to build meaningful, trusting relationships with people experiencing trauma.

- A commitment to empowering victim-survivors and supporting them to achieve their own goals and outcomes.

- Strong advocacy, communication, assessment and case management skills.

- The ability to work effectively with a wide range of partner agencies.

- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.

- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring services are accessible and responsive to all communities.

- A recognised IDVA qualification, or willingness to work towards one, is desirable.

Essential Requirements

- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes, including appropriate business-use insurance.

- The ability to travel across Liverpool and surrounding areas to meet the needs of the service.

- The legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required prior to appointment.

What We Offer

- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.

- Pension scheme.

- Employee Assistance Programme.

- Clinical support and reflective practice.

- Comprehensive induction, training and continuing professional development opportunities.

- A supportive and collaborative team environment.

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