JWA offers a friendly and supportive work environment, where everyone in the team is valued.
Work at JWA
Jewish Women’s Aid is the only specialist charity in the UK working with Jewish women and their children affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. We run a holistic and culturally sensitive service, offering advocacy and emotional support, counselling, group work, helplines, web chat and children’s therapy services. Our preventive educational work takes place in synagogues, schools, on campus and across Jewish community settings.
Please note that all vacancies are advertised in accordance with section 7.2 (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. Only women need apply.
Domestic Abuse Practitioner / Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)
The role
We are looking for a Domestic Abuse Practitioner/IDVA to join our casework team. Our domestic abuse service provides a vital lifeline to women experiencing all forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, economic, spiritual and technological abuse.
You will provide practical and emotional support through:
- Risk and needs assessment
- Safety planning and key work
- Supporting access to counselling, legal advice and other services
You will play a key role in empowering women to rebuild their lives and move towards a safer future.
About you
You will be:
- Experienced in working with vulnerable and high-risk women, particularly those affected by domestic abuse
- Trauma-informed, empathetic and proactive
- Confident managing complex caseloads
- Knowledgeable about the gendered nature of domestic abuse and sexual violence
- Familiar with, and sensitive to, the needs of the Jewish community
- Comfortable using digital tools and systems
Development
If you are not already IDVA-qualified, you will be eligible to apply for SafeLives IDVA training after six months in post.
Initial 1-year fixed term contract. Extension of contract subject future funding
Full time – 35 hours per week
£31,000 (unqualified) / £32,000 (qualified IDVA)
Based in our North London Office
Please download an application pack and form. If you have any queries, please contact Amy, Operations Assistant on info@jwa.org.uk or 020 8445 8060.
Closing date: Monday 11th May @ 9.00 am
Interviews: Wednesday/Thursday 13th/14th May
This post is advertised in accordance with section 7.2 (e) of the Sex Discrimination Act. Only women need apply. Registered charity number: 1047045
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