Children and Young People''s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor

Job AdvertJob purpose: The CHISVA will be responsible for providing a specialist service to support children, young people and families after a disclosure of child sexual abuse. You will work in a flexible and responsive way with both adults and children to deliver professional, emotional and practical support that meets their individual needs throughout the Criminal Justice Process.We give equal priority to keeping all children and young people safe regardless of their age, disability, gender identity, race, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.We welcome applications from survivor-practitioners (employees who have lived experience of sexual and/or domestic abuse). You can choose to identify as a person with lived experience within the recruitment process if you feel comfortable doing so, however, this is not a requirement of the process. This role is offered on a fixed-term basis until 31st July 2027. Key Tasks and responsibilitiesProvide effective emotional support, practical support and advocacy to children, young people and safe family members following a disclosure of child sexual abuse.Hold and maintain a caseload of children, young people and families - able to prioritise demands and respond to shifting priorities with flexibility, care and compassion.Undertake needs and risk assessment with children and families using the Safety and Support Assessment. Develop individual support plans to address risks/support needs of client.Provide accurate, timely and ..... full job details .....