Domestic Violence Support Worker

Domestic Abuse Support Worker

LOCATION: Birmingham

SALARY: £12-£14 per hour

DURATION: Perm

HOURS: Mon - Fri (09:00 - 17:00)

Please note - Female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010

Are you a committed Support Worker who could make a positive impact on the lives of women who have suffered from Domestic Violence? Would you benefit from working full time hours in a rewarding front-line role? If so, a small Domestic Violence support charity is recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic Support Worker to join their experienced team in Birmingham.

The purpose is to ensure women and girls feel safer, can assess safe accommodation, be informed, and feel able to make informed choices, understanding of healthy relationships and are well-connected with positive support services.

The successful candidate will act of the first point of contact for survivors of domestic and sexual violence or abuse accessing the service. They will provide crisis intervention, identifying risks and carrying out support planning which are strength and needs led. Furthermore, they will successfully manage a diverse caseload, conducting quality support sessions on a regular basis. A knowledge of housing management is required to enable users to continue living independently.

This is a rewarding, yet challenging role which would suit a Support Worker who is resilient but able to work with empathy. Additionally, you will benefit from having a strong understanding of the challenges faced by clients fleeing from abuse.

This growing Charity respects employees work life balance offering Mon - Fri hours in return for quality support provision.

A full driving license and access to a car is essential for this role.

To apply for this position please apply below or should you require any additional information please contact Jonty Collins on .

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**BRC operates a 'candidate recommendation scheme', where you will receive £100 in gift vouchers for any candidate you recommend that we subsequently place in the above role. Therefore, if you know somebody who is available and meets the above requirements please contact Emily to pass on their contact details. **