Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
4 days ago
Loughborough
Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) Location: Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Working Hours: 30-37 hours per week (flexibility required) Salary: £13.38 per hour if unqualified, rising to £14.56 per hour once qualified or if already qualified Company Overview Want a role where your support can genuinely change lives? Our client is a domestic and sexual abuse charity based in Loughborough, Leicestershire. They provide support to men, women and children affected by domestic abuse and/or sexual violence across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. The Role The post holder will provide a proactive service for adults focusing on high / very high-risk and complex needs victims of domestic abuse, working within a multi-agency framework to ensure safety, support, and appropriate intervention. Duties include: • Managing a caseload, • Carrying out risk assessments and safety planning, • Supporting clients through legal processes and the Criminal Justice System, • Attending MARAC meetings, • Collaborating with partner agencies to safeguard clients Requirements Essential • A basic empathy with people who have experienced abuse, • Excellent communication and in...