Salary: £25,909 - £33,242 per annum

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Hours: 36 per week

Contract Type: Permanent

We're excited to announce that we're seeking an experienced Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to join our team based in Sittingbourne.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and value being an essential part of a tight-knit team dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals and families in Kent, we encourage you to reach out to us. Our IDVAs play a vital role in providing top-quality support to victims of domestic abuse. You should excel as a team player and be adept at swiftly addressing risks and meeting the needs of service users.

You'll be there for individual clients, helping them recognise the features and dynamics of domestic abuse in their situation, and supporting them as they work to regain control of their lives.

A formal qualification such as IDVA is preferable or a willingness to undertake IDVA training. You’ll have the opportunity to continue your learning to develop your skills as an IDVA.

You’ll have sound knowledge of current legislation both criminal and civil relating to domestic abuse including data protection and confidentiality, as well as a good understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on adults and children, including how to use legislation and best practice to safeguard them. Experience in adopting a trauma-informed approach is essential to your client work.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

As you can imagine, the full job description includes lots more detail so check it out before applying – IDVA.

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Closing Date: Thursday 17th October 2024 at midnight.

Interviews will be held on Monday 28th October 2024.

For further details on this vacancy, please click ‘apply’.

This post is subject to an Enhanced Criminal Record Check Clearance.

Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required.

In the event that we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close this advert early. 

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship.  You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.