Family Support Worker

2 months ago


Northampton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Domestic Abuse Family Support Practitioner

Location: Primarily based at two central sites in Northampton
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (including some out-of-hours and on-call work)
Contract Type: 1-year fixed term, with the potential for extension
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Closing Date: Applications due by 22nd November 2024

Our charity is searching for a dedicated and empathetic Domestic Abuse Family Support Practitioner to support women, children, and young people as they heal and move forward from domestic abuse. This rewarding role involves working directly with families to help them achieve holistic outcomes across physical, social, emotional, and personal development areas.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assessment & Support: Conduct needs assessments, develop individualized support plans, and monitor progress for families impacted by domestic abuse.

* Direct Family Engagement: Build strong, empowering relationships with service users, supporting them through a combination of one-on-one and group work.

* Multi-Agency Collaboration: Engage with external agencies and attend multidisciplinary meetings, serving as an advocate and support for clients.

* Program Delivery: Facilitate group activities, therapeutic sessions, and intervention programs aligned with service outcomes.

* Crisis & Case Management: Handle sensitive situations with professional crisis management skills, providing on-call support and managing a case load effectively.

Essential Requirements:

* Knowledge & Training: Extensive knowledge of domestic abuse impacts, safeguarding practices, and relevant laws.

* Experience: Proven background in supporting domestic abuse survivors, managing caseloads, and maintaining detailed records.

* Skills: Strong communication, crisis management, decision-making, and organizational skills. Proficient in computer use and familiar with data protection practices.

* Personal Qualities: Empathy, integrity, flexibility, and the ability to build rapport with vulnerable individuals. A positive, growth-oriented approach to supporting change.

Benefits:

* Professional Development: Opportunities for training and advancement in specialized support and therapeutic practices.

* Team Support: Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment committed to making a meaningful impact.

If you're passionate about making a difference and have a background in supporting families affected by domestic abuse, we would love you to Join us in fostering hope and resilience


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