Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Role: Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Location: Sandwell, Walsall or Dudley ( location to be confirmation)Contract: Permanent Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience)Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm ( 37.5 hours)A specialist support organisation is seeking an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA) to provide frontline support and advocacy to high-risk victims and survivors of domestic abuse.The successful candidate will deliver crisis intervention, safety planning, and multi-agency support to help victims and their children remain safe and empowered.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of high-risk domestic abuse casesComplete risk and needs assessments and develop safety plansProvide one-to-one support, advocacy, and crisis interventionSupport clients through criminal and civil court processesWork closely with safeguarding teams, MARAC, and partner agenciesPrepare reports and attend multi-agency meetingsFacilitate support sessions and awareness work where requiredMaintain accurate and confidential case recordsRequirementsIDVA qualification and/or experience within domestic abuse servicesExperience supporting vulnerable adults and childrenStrong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practiceExcellent communication, advocacy, and caseload management skillsFull UK driving licence and access to own vehicleEnhanced DBS check requiredPlease note: Due to the nature of the role, this post is open to female applicants only ..... full job details .....