Full job description Domestic Abuse Refuge Practitioner (Female Only)
Leicester
£17,030 per annum
? 25 hours per week
Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm
Are you passionate about supporting women and children affected by domestic abuse, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities?
We are seeking a dedicated Domestic Abuse Refuge Practitioner to provide practical, emotional and culturally sensitive support within a specialist refuge service. You will support women to improve their safety, access essential services, rebuild confidence and move towards independent living.
Key Responsibilities
*Provide one-to-one support, advocacy and case management.
*Complete needs assessments, risk assessments and safety plans.
*Support women with housing, benefits, budgeting and accessing services.
*Work closely with safeguarding, housing, healthcare, MARAC and Social Care teams.
*Support women from diverse backgrounds, including BAME communities.
*Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
Requirements
*Experience within domestic abuse, refuge, housing, social care or support services.
*Knowledge of domestic abuse, safeguarding and risk assessment.
*Strong communication, advocacy and case management skills.
*Ability to support vulnerable women and families with complex needs.
*Understanding of the barriers faced by women from BAME communities.
Essential
? Fluent English and at least one additional BAME community language
? Female applicants only (Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1)
? Enhanced DBS check
Knowledge of Honour-Based Abuse, Forced Marriage, FGM and No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) would be advantageous.
Apply today to join a specialist service making a real difference to women and children affected by domestic abuse.