Independent Domestic Violence Advisor

3 days ago

Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time

Responsible to: CYP Team LeadAbout the roleWe are recruiting an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to join the North Devon Against Domestic Abuse (NDADA) Children and Families Team, part of the Devon Domestic Abuse Alliance (DDAA). This is a vital role working alongside Devon Children’s Services to ensure victims of domestic abuse and their children are safe, supported and able to access the right services at the right time.You will be embedded within the Family Assessment and Intervention Team at County Hall, Exeter, working closely with social workers and partner agencies. Some home working is possible, however you will be required to work from County Hall at least two days per week.This role involves multi-agency working, flexibility and a trauma-informed approach to encourage engagement and improve outcomes for families affected by domestic abuse.About youAs an IDVA, you will provide proactive, specialist support to victims of domestic abuse, carrying out risk assessments, safety planning, advocacy and system navigation. You will work closely with professionals across children’s services, housing, health, police and the voluntary sector to co-ordinate responses and keep families safe.You will also play a key role in challenging harmful narratives, reframing domestic abuse as a perpetrator choice and fostering empathy and understanding for abused parents within safeguarding processes.We recognise that no candidate will meet every element of the person specification and encourage applications from people with transferable skills and lived professional experience.What we’re looking forEssential:• Demonstrable experience as an IDVA, YPVA or ISVA.• Experience supporting people affected by domestic abuse or other forms of interpersonal violence.• Strong understanding of safeguarding and risk assessment (DASH, MASH, MARAC).• Trauma-informed approach to practice.• Excellent communication, listening and advocacy skills.• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.• Ability to travel according to the needs of the job, with reasonable adjustments, if required, according to the Equality Act.• Commitment to confidentiality, equality and anti-discriminatory practice.Why work with us?• Be part of a values-led, trauma-informed alliance.• Work collaboratively across children’s and adult services.• Receive regular clinical and line supervision to support wellbeing and reflective practice.• Make a tangible difference to the safety and recovery of families across Devon.If you are passionate about supporting survivors, challenging systems and working collaboratively to keep children and families safe, we would love to hear from you.NDADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.Please download the application form below and, once completed, return to .

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