Homicide Family Support Specialist

2 days ago

Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom Victim Support Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Homicide Family Support Specialist to join our team at Victim Support. As a key member of our team, you will provide exceptional support to families bereaved by and witness to homicide, delivering a tailored package of support to service users and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide trauma-informed advocacy and support to service users, prioritizing their needs and well-being.
  • Work closely with Police Major Crime teams, providing briefings on the work we do in the Homicide Service.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including police, social services, and other agencies.
  • Manage a diverse and demanding caseload, ensuring timely and effective support to service users.
  • Travel to home visits within and occasionally outside of the area, utilizing a car and driving license.

Requirements:

  • Understanding of the impact of crime on victims and their families.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with service users and stakeholders.
  • Proven track record of delivering services in a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting.
  • Ability to balance competing needs and priorities, with a focus on delivering high-quality support to service users.
  • Full driving license and access to a car, with a willingness to travel to home visits and attend police briefings.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive rewards and benefits package, including flexible working options, annual leave, and pension contributions.
  • Ongoing training and support, with opportunities for career development and progression.
  • A dynamic and supportive team environment, with a focus on delivering exceptional support to service users.

About Us:

Victim Support is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people affected by crime across England and Wales. We are committed to making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events, and we are passionate about creating an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff and volunteers.

We strive to represent the diverse communities we serve and are committed to recruiting with care, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities.

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