ISVA
Job Type : Temporary, Full Time
Salary : £18.00/hour
Role: Independent Sexual Violence Advocate – ISVA
Based: West Yorkshire (hybrid)
Rate: £16 – 18 per hour dependent on experience
Start Date: ASAP – February 2024
Duration: 3 months with the possibility of an extension
Qualification: Lime Cultures, CAADA or other recognised ISVA Qualification would be highly desirable but not essential
Our client, a specialist charity that provides advocacy services to victims of violence and abuse, is looking to recruit an ISVA to support adults who have experienced sexual abuse and/ or rape (both recent and historic).
Synopsis of duties:
Support victims of sexual assault and rape (both recent and historic), advocate on their behalf and ensure they understand their rights and options and have access to all available services, agencies and support
Manage a caseload and provide emotional, practical and advocacy support through the Criminal Justice System
Explain criminal, legal and if relevant civil remedies and housing options to the clients and provide information and support around Criminal Injuries Compensation
Support clients to access additional services and support including mental health and counselling, housing, benefits, family support, sexual health and SARC
Contribute to Safeguarding and risk management decisions and work with the client, management, and partner agencies to ensure the clients safety remains paramount
Providing information about the impact of sexual violence and signposting clients and their families to specialist support services
Work closely with local and regional communities to improve referral pathways, reduce barriers to support and partnership working
Promote the service and ensure clients have access to all available services
Essential Requirements:
Experience of advocating on behalf of victims of sexual abuse, domestic violence, CSE and/ or Child Sexual Abuse
An understanding of child protection, safeguarding, safety planning, risk assessments, Criminal and Civil Justice Systems
Proven track record of successfully carrying and managing a complex caseload within a community cased setting
Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency
More Information
- Address West Yorkshire
