Male Victims’ Support Worker​/Male Specialist Abuse Advocate; AWDO-P14379

Male Victims’ Support Worker / Male Specialist Abuse Advocate

An exciting opportunity to provide trauma-informed advocacy and frontline support to male victims of domestic abuse, sexual violence and stalking, working within a needs-led, safeguarding-focused service across the Black Country.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:

Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Independent Sexual Violence Advocate, Victim Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Male Victims’ IDVA, Male Front Door Worker, Men’s Caseworker, Gender-Specific Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, ISVA (Independent Sexual Violence Advisor) – Male Specialism

We welcome applications from individuals of all genders who can demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique barriers faced by men seeking support for abuse.

SALARY: £25,282 to £28,861 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION:

West Bromwich base but will cover the Black Country area

JOB TYPE:
Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS:

Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (37.5 hours)

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Male Victims’ Support Worker / Male Specialist Abuse Advocate to join a developing specialist service supporting men affected by interpersonal violence and abuse. The service provides a safe, confidential space for men who may face barriers when seeking help.

As a Male Victims’ Support Worker / Male Specialist Abuse Advocate you will deliver trauma-informed, person-centred support, carrying out risk assessments, safety planning and advocacy within a multi-agency framework. You will work closely with statutory and voluntary partners to improve outcomes for male victims.

The Male Victims’ Support Worker / Male Specialist Abuse Advocate will also contribute to outreach, awareness-raising and partnership development, helping to ensure male victims are identified, heard and supported across the Black Country.

Your duties as the Male Victims’ Support Worker / Male Specialist Abuse Advocate include:

• Casework Support:
  Providing tailored emotional and practical support to male victims of abuse
• Risk Assessment:
  Undertaking evidence-based risk and needs assessments and safety planning
• Advocacy:
  Representing and supporting clients within multi-agency settings, including MARAC
• Emotional Support:
  Creating a safe, supportive environment for men who may be reluctant to disclose abuse
• Court Support:
  Assisting clients through criminal and civil justice processes when required
• Partnership Working:
  Liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies to promote joined-up support
• Outreach & Awareness:
  Raising awareness of abuse against men and promoting access to services
• Group Work:
  Supporting or facilitating group interventions where required
• Record Keeping:
  Maintaining accurate, confidential case records and reports
• Safeguarding:
  Responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns involving adults or children

• Previous experience supporting vulnerable adults within a needs-led or trauma-informed service
• Experience of managing a caseload and completing risk and needs assessments
• Knowledge of domestic abuse, sexual violence, stalking or other forms of interpersonal abuse
• Proven ability to work within safeguarding frameworks and multi-agency environments
• Strong communication, advocacy and report-writing skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the service area
• Eligibility to work in the UK

• IDVA, ISVA or equivalent specialist advocacy training
• Experience supporting clients with complex needs such as mental health or substance misuse
• Experience delivering awareness sessions or training to professionals

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• 1 wellbeing day (pro rata)
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Mileage allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Access to group clinical supervision
• Time off in lieu when overtime is required

This role requires a DBS check

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