IDVA - West London

IDVA - West London

Pay: £13-£18 per hour

Hybrid working - Full time 37.5 hours per week

Our client is looking for an IDVA for their West London Team to start on a temporary basis for 2-3 months with the potential of going permanent!

1. Inter-agency Work:

   • Embedding the outreach/IDVA role into multi-agency responses to domestic abuse.
   • Advocating for best practices and change in partner agencies.
   • Supporting professionals in line with organizational aims.
   • Ensuring effective risk management and safeguarding.
   • Developing partnerships with statutory, private, and voluntary agencies.
   • Representing the service at multi-agency meetings.
   • Providing a single point of contact for professionals.
   • Flexibility to work in various environments.

2. Case Management:

   • Compliance with safeguarding procedures.
   • Contributing to regular service reviews.
   • Attending case management meetings and supervision.
   • Taking steps to protect individuals at risk.
   • Attending MARAC meetings.

3. Recording and Administration:

   • Ensuring accuracy and GDPR compliance in records.
   • Entering required information into the case management system.
   • Maintaining an accurate audit trail of communications.
   • Complying with data protection protocols.

4. Direct Work with Victims/Survivors:

   • Delivering consistent services to victims of domestic abuse.
   • Conducting risk assessments and support planning.
   • Collaborating with the team in intervention planning.
   • Prioritizing the welfare of children and young people.

5. General:

   • Staying up-to-date with relevant legislation and policies.
   • Representing the service at local events and delivering training.
   • Engaging in reflective practice and training.
   • Acting with integrity and respect.
   • Taking initiative in addressing service issues.
   • Undertaking additional duties as required.
   • Willingness to undergo specific training.

Person Specification:

Experience:

• Direct work with vulnerable individuals.
• Experience in public protection/safeguarding settings.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Experience in conflict management and meeting deadlines.

Abilities and Attributes:

• Confidence in decision-making.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of risk management.
• Proactive and self-motivated nature.

Skills:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective relationship management.
• Proficiency in IT and relevant qualifications or experience.
• Empathy and conflict management skills.
• Strong networking skills.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of domestic abuse and its impact.
• Knowledge of multi-agency working and safeguarding.
• Familiarity with victim/survivor work and risk assessment.
• Understanding of MARAC process and child protection.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.