Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocate. Job in Merseyside Move Collective Jobs

Role: Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate.

Location: Merseyside

Hours: 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday 9-5)

Pay: £14 -£18 pounds an hour (dependent on pay status)

Contract: Temp on going

A specialist domestic abuse service in Merseyside is seeking an experienced Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate (IDSVA) to support high-risk survivors of domestic and sexual abuse.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed advocacy and support to survivors
• Complete risk assessments and safety plans using MeRIT
• Support clients through criminal and civil court processes
• Represent clients at MARAC meetings
• Work closely with Police, Housing, Social Care, Health, and other partner agencies
• Maintain accurate case records and safeguarding standards

Essential Requirements

• Domestic and Sexual Abuse Training
• Minimum 2 years experience in a domestic/sexual abuse support role
• Experience in advocacy, risk assessment, and safety planning
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation
• Excellent communication and case management skills
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Enhanced DBS required dated within the last 12 months or on the Update Service
• Needs to be available immediately

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