Dva Support Worker

6 months ago

London, United Kingdom Housing for Women Full time

DVA Support Worker

Greenwich, London

About Us

Housing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated.

Our specialist Complex Needs Refuge offers intensive one-to-one support to single women, both with the domestic abuse they have experienced and other needs such as mental health, drug use and alcohol use.

We are currently seeking a Domestic Violence Abuse (DVA) Support Worker to join our team at our specialist Complex Needs Refuge on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits
- Salary of £33,046 per annum
- Attractive pension scheme
- Perkbox
- Buying and selling annual leave
- Health Shield
- Season Ticket loan
- Subsidised gym membership
- Course Funding

If you have experience of working with adults from diverse backgrounds with complex or vulnerable needs, this your chance to positively impact the lives of women as part of our fantastic charity.

You will have the opportunity to play a critical role in empowering women, helping them take control of their lives and develop a stable home environment.

The Role

As a DVA Support Worker, you will ensure the proactive delivery of high quality advocacy and support services to women at our specialist Complex Needs Refuge in Greenwich.

Prioritising the safety of families through risk assessments, safety plans and individual support plans, you will support women to reclaim their independence, dignity and choice based on their needs.

You will manage a caseload of up to eight families, ensuring a high standard of housing management is in place at the refuge. This will include fire safety, health and safety, and general cleanliness.

About You

To be considered as a DVA Support Worker, you will need:

- Experience of delivering support to adults from diverse backgrounds and with mixed abilities and complex needs
- Experience of working with vulnerable adults
- Experience of undertaking individual assessments
- An understanding of Safeguarding principles
- An understanding of local and national approaches to tackling domestic abuse, including MARAC, child protection, social and voluntary services approaches/involvement
- Strong crisis management skills

Other organisations may call this role Support Worker, Domestic Violence and Abuse Support Worker, IDVA, DVA, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Complex Needs Support Worker, Women’s Refuge Support Worker, or DVA Refuge Support Worker.

Webrecruit and Housing for Women are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

**Duties**:

- Provide person-centered support services to individuals with complex needs
- Create safe and empowering environments for those under your care
- Assist in developing coping strategies and life skills for independent living
- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk management plans
- Plan and facilitate group sessions/activities
- Offer advice, advocacy, and emotional support to individuals
- Maintain accurate records and manage data effectively

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in dementia care, behavior management, childcare, first aid, home care, patient care, or nursing home settings
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and safeguarding procedures
- Understanding of relevant legislation related to caregiving and support services

[Company Name] is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £33,046.00 per year

Shift:

- Day shift

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: VFDUA3107/CC

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