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  • England,North West,Merseyside,Liverpool
  • Full Time, Temporary
  • £18 - £20 per hour, inc benefits
Job Description:
Full job descriptionIndependent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)
Location: Garston, Liverpool (Office-based with some community work as required)
Contract: Temporary (Initial 4-week assignment with potential extension)
Hours: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
Pay: £18-£20 per hour
Start Date: Immediate
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to provide immediate cover for a short-term assignment due to sickness absence. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to support high-risk victims of domestic abuse and make a meaningful impact within the local community.
There may be an opportunity for the assignment to be extended beyond the initial four-week period.
Key Responsibilities
*Provide high-quality, trauma-informed support to victims of domestic abuse.
*Manage a caseload of high-risk clients and develop robust safety plans.
*Conduct risk assessments using recognised domestic abuse assessment tools.
*Advocate on behalf of service users with statutory and voluntary agencies.
*Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, including MARAC where required.
*Support clients in accessing housing, legal, health and safeguarding services.
*Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with safeguarding procedures.
*Work collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes for service users.
Essential Requirements
*Qualified Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA).
*Minimum 12 months’ experience working within domestic abuse services.
*Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and domestic abuse legislation.
*Ability to manage complex cases and work effectively under pressure.
*Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
*Ability to travel regularly to the office in Garston, Liverpool.
*Working hours 9-5 Monday to Friday
Desirable
*Experience of working within a MARAC framework.
*Knowledge of local domestic abuse services across Liverpool and Merseyside.
*Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
For more information contact Sarah on or email
Job number 4263823
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