Refuge Project Worker Children and Young people
£14,846.78
Part time- 22.5 hours pw
Permanent
East Hampshire
MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9AM TO 5PM – OWN TRANSPORT REQUIRED
This great charity is dedicated to providing support and interventions to empower individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. We are committed to breaking the cycle of domestic violence and creating safe environments for all.
*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Key responsibilities of this role:
·To provide safety planning, support, advice and assistance to children who have experienced domestic violence and abuse and are staying in the refuge.
·The work will focus on preventing domestic abuse by providing support and facilitating safe space for children and young people and peer support networks in the refuge and supporting children and young people to keep safe in/maintain their refuge accommodation
·The post-holder will work to empower and support children to make positive choices.
·To establish resettlement services to support women and children to move on from refuge accommodation.
·To ensure that the needs of the children living in the refuge are met.
Skills, Experience and Attributes required:
·Experience of working with vulnerable groups who have been subject to domestic violence and abuse or distressing situations .
·Experience of recognising and responding to safeguarding concerns
·Ability to build rapport quickly with women and children participating in the service.
·Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding adults and children
·Empathetic, caring, and compassionate personality
·Ability to be proactive and show initiative when interacting with clients and agencies
·A commitment to the empowerment of all victims and survivors of domestic abuse
·Proficient user of Microsoft Word, Excel etc and able to effectively maintain Electronic Case Management
·Have excellent communication, negotiation, and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals
Benefits on offer:
·Casual dress
·Company pension
·On-site parking
·Sick pay
·Wellness programmes
If you are interested in the Refuge Project Worker role, please apply with your CV today!
Posted 08/05/24
United Kingdom
£24,969.60
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