Domestic Abuse Support Worker

Hays Social Care • Permanent • Smethwick, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £24,784 - £25,484 / year • 1d ago

Your new company
A well-established and highly respected charity is seeking a passionate Domestic Abuse Intervention Support Worker to join its supported accommodation service in Sandwell. The organisation delivers specialist, trauma-informed support to survivors of domestic abuse, helping individuals and families rebuild their lives, improve their wellbeing and move towards long-term independence.

Your new role
As a Domestic Abuse Intervention Support Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to survivors of domestic abuse and their children living within safe accommodation. You will manage a caseload of residents, carrying out risk and needs assessments, developing tailored support plans and delivering both one-to-one and group-based interventions. You will provide practical and emotional support around housing, welfare benefits, safety planning, safeguarding, financial wellbeing and access to specialist services. Working closely with internal teams and external agencies, you will advocate on behalf of service users, promote recovery and resilience, and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes and greater independence. This is a rewarding frontline role based in Sandwell, with travel required across accommodation sites. A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

What you'll need to succeed

Experience working with vulnerable adults within domestic abuse, homelessness, supported housing, care or related support services.
Knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse, safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.
Experience managing caseloads and developing person-centred support plans.
Excellent communication, advocacy and partnership-working skills.
Ability to engage and support clients with complex needs in both one-to-one and group settings.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) and evidence of ongoing professional development.
A full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and eligibility to work in the UK.

Please note: Due to the nature of the service, this position is open to female applicants only under the provisions of Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

What you'll get in return

Salary of £24,784.50 - £25,484.79 per annum.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
Additional wellbeing day.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Access to clinical supervision with a qualified counsellor.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Mileage allowance and pension contribution.
Annual leave purchase scheme.
Staff events, away days and a supportive team culture.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of survivors and their families every day.

What you need to do now
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