JOB TITLE: North Norfolk NIDAS Family Idva
SALARY: £26,530 pro rata - actual salary £21,428
HOURS: 37 hours per week, 42 weeks per year (term time + three weeks)
Overall Objectives
To deliver and develop support services for children and young people aged up to 18 years who have experienced domestic abuse in order to ensure their safety and emotional well-being.
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Job Purpose: The Family IDVA will be part of our team within the Norfolk Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (NIDAS), which is a community-based service providing flexible, safe, supportive, and confidential service through face to face or accredited groupwork for children and young people who have experienced or are living domestic abuse.
The purpose of the role is to work in a multi-agency environment in partnership with the IVDA supporting the non-abusive parent. You will also provide holistic whole family support to encourage and empower children and young people to take control of their lives and assist them in making choices appropriate to their age and development level. You will need to be creative, plan and run a range of therapeutic activities for children and young people
Full and accredited training to work with children and young people (aged 5-18) will be provided to give the skills and knowledge for the role, following a successful probation period. This training will result in a nationally recognised qualification.
This role is subject to DBS and enhanced Police security clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
· Build a relationship with each service user and engage at their pace and in their preferred way; taking a service user led, flexible approach to providing practical and emotional support and advocacy.
· To offer telephone, face-to-face and group advice and support to children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse and make referrals to other agencies as appropriate.
· To work with children and young people between the ages of 5 – 18 years old, to develop support plans, risk assessments and safety planning appropriate to the age and emotional development level of each child and young person. Regularly review support and safety needs in line with the accredited standards.
· To create opportunities using play, games, sports, drama, and artwork in order to stimulate young people’s intellectual, social, and emotional development.
· Facilitate a holistic assessment with children and young people, building a relationship and creating a personalised support plan that incorporates risk and safety, and builds on their strengths and needs.
· Comply with all Health & Safety policy and procedures and carry out activities in a safe manner.
· Maintain accurate and thorough case records.
· Comply within Data Protection and GDRP legislation and best practice.
· To participate in multi-agency meetings and service user groups as appropriate.
· To work in partnership with education and youth services promoting the service, meeting the needs of children and young people, and identifying pathways available to meet their needs.
· To ensure that all safeguarding issues and concerns are reported and dealt with in accordance with organisational policy and procedure, legislation, and best practice.
· To promote and work within the policies and guidelines of NIDAS and employing organisations.
Person Specification:
Education & Qualifications
Essential
· Driving Licence, Business insurance and ability to travel across Norfolk.
Desirable
· A relevant childcare qualification level 3 or equivalent and experience of working with children and young people.
Experience
Essential
· Experience of working in a voluntary or statutory agency for a minimum of two years with children and young people or vulnerable people.
· Experience of advocating for children and young people.
Desirable
· Experience of using risk assessment tools for victims of domestic abuse.
· Experience of being creative, planning and running a range of therapeutic activities for children and young people.
· Experience of delivering talks and presentations to children, young people and agencies.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
· Knowledge of legislation around safeguarding vulnerable adults and children.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, engaging with service users, colleagues, and partners.
· IT skills including use of Microsoft Office, Teams, case management systems, and databases.
· Inquisitive and problem solving. A commitment to seeking new ways of working to achieve positive outcomes.
· A clear understanding of Data Protection, GDPR, confidentiality, and data sharing protocols.
Desirable
· An understanding of a strengths-based and trauma informed approach to support.
· An understanding of the impact of domestic abuse on young people, children, and families.
Values
· Reliable, enthusiastic, non-judgmental, and understanding.
· Ability to be flexible and work independently, or as part of a team.
· Ability to respond calmly in sometimes pressured situations.
· Respect and value the diversity of the community and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of children and young people ensuring the service and your approach is accessible to all.
· Always seek to expand your learning and undertake all training and development essential for this role.
The post holder is expected to work within policies and procedures of Daisy Programme and be committed to its ethos and values. This will include promoting and demonstrating the principles of equal opportunity including encouraging diversity and tackling discrimination.
Pay: Up to £26,530.00 per year
Application question(s):
- What working experience do you have of domestic abuse?
Experience:
- trauma-informed : 1 year (required)
- working with children and young people: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cromer NR27 9EB
