We are recruiting on behalf of a large, established housing charity with services across the UK, who are expanding their provision in Manchester.
They are looking for an experienced Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join a new service supporting adults and children, with a particular focus on domestic abuse, safeguarding and complex support needs.
This is a hands-on role for someone who is passionate about safeguarding and supporting vulnerable people, with the opportunity to be part of a new service and help make a real difference.
Key Responsibilities of aDomestic Abuse Support Worker:
- Provide practical and emotional support to adults and children with complex needs.
- Support individuals affected by domestic abuse and safeguarding concerns.
- Complete referrals, assessments andrisk assessments.
- Support withmove-ins, inductions and ongoing assessments.
- Work closely withChildren’s Services, local authorities and partner agencies.
- Support residents withHousing Benefit and welfare-related matters.
- Carry out regularroom and welfare checks.
- Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns.
- Maintain accurate case notes, records and support plans.
- Promote independence, safety and tenancy sustainment.
- Participate in theon-call rotafor emergency situations.
Candidate Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Domestic AbuseSupport Worker, Complex Needs Worker or similar.
- Strong background indomestic abuse and safeguarding.
- Experience supporting vulnerable adults and/or children.
- Confident completingrisk assessments, referrals and support assessments.
- Experience working withChildren’s Services and other statutory agencies.
- Understanding of housing, tenancy sustainment andHousing Benefit.
- Good understanding of safeguarding and risk management.
- Level 2 qualification inHealth & Social Care, Supporting Adults/Children, Counselling, Domestic Abuse or a related fieldwould be desirable.
- Enhanced DBSor willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
- Full UK driving licence – company car and fuel card provided
- Professional, resilient and confident when dealing with complex situations.
- Female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply due to the nature of the service.
ThisDomestic Abuse Support Worker role is an excellent opportunity to join a large national housing charitywhile being part of a new and developing service in Manchester.
You’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to vulnerable adults and children, particularly those affected by domestic abuse and complex safeguarding needs.
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