Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)

About the role

Within our Early Intervention and Prevention team, the role of Male IDVA is to support boys, young men and adult male survivors affected by domestic abuse by providing tailored support with the aim to improve safety, reduce risk and improve outcomes. We are looking for someonw who can empower male victims and survivors to mke informed choices, build resilience and access the support they need.

The role involves working directly with male adult survivors, children and young people to safeguard wellbeing, co-ordinate holistic packages of support and ensure that the voice of individuals are central to safety planning, decision-making and multi-agency responses.

As well as direct advocacy and safeguarding, the role will also contribute to EIP interventions, including preventative support, outreach and community-based activities.

Part-time, 15 hours per week, over 2 or 3 days Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. £27,554 – £28,735 per annum, depending on qualifications.

Please note: there may be some working outside of normal working hours.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have experience of working with young people and/or adults affected by trauma, domestic abuse or related harm. We are looking for someone who can build trust with boys and young men in a safe, respectful and age-approriate way and work confidently with partner agencies.

Our ideal candidate will have a clear understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries, and be empathic and non-judgemental in their approach. As well as bringing a strengths-based, inclusive approach, we need someone who can respond to crisis situations within a fast-paced service and make effective and safe decisions.

We are looking for candidates who are able to work with initiative, have a high level of self motivation with a “can-do” attitude but who can recognise, work with and develop the strengths within a team.

We welcome applications from male IDVA’s for this role.

If you are committed to delivering meaningful, inclusive support and want to be part of a values-led organisation, we welcome your application.

About us

With over 25 years solid experience of helping survivors of domestic abuse, Staying Put are part of an exciting and innovative, multi-agency partnership working together with Family Action and Women Centre, to develop a ‘one system approach’ to families affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence.

We are proud to provide vital support and services to men, women and children of Bradford who are survivors of domestic abuse and sexual violence. We help people have better lives – and you can too.

We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our expanding team.

Be part of an organisation that makes a difference and where 84% of colleagues agree or strongly agree they feel valued and appreciated.

We want to be a great place to work so have attractive benefits;

• 30 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
• Birthday Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity pay after 1 year
• Healthcare scheme after probation
• Employee discount scheme & wellbeing platform
• Free on-site parking at most sites

Closing date: 5pm Tuesday 8th September

Shortlisting: 10th September

Interview date: Thursday 17th September