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Job Role: Domestic Abuse & Womens Outreach Community Services Manager

Salary: 35,000

Location: Coventry

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm

I am currently working with a fantastic charitable organisation that specialises in the safety of victims of domestic abuse.

As a community services manager you will be responsible for developing, managing and leading a team that keeps the safety of victims of domestic abuse central to all processes. You will have direct and overall responsibility for the staff and clients that access the service.

Responsible for the day-to-day management of staff, ensuring appropriate and effective delivery of services to survivors, including risk assessments, safety planning, referrals in house, to other agencies and MARAC.

In this role you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of IDVA, Outreach and Helpline. You will be doing rota's, budgeting, managing staff, training staff, assisting with benefit claims, using computer systems and CMS, conducting talks and presentations to local authorities, the public and other organisations and much more.

To be successful within this role;

You will have a strong background in working with people who have been victims of domestic violence and abuse

• You will have worked for a non-profit organisation and have a good knowledge of how the benefits system works.
• Provide routine reports/monitoring to managers, funders and stakeholders so that they can assess the overall performance of the service
• You will also need to have experience of having worked within a social care / welfare setting, and within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults.
• You will have an in-depth knowledge of relevant legislations such as Children's Act, Safeguarding Children, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Domestic Violence Crime and Victims Act, Forced Marriages (Civil Protection) Act 2007, and the new Domestic Abuse Bill.

For your hard work and commitment, you will be paid a salary of 35,000, get the opportunity to grow into the business and join the senior management team, get out into the community and meet the local people of Coventry, you'll get a good pension, health and holiday package and you'll also get clinical supervision sessions which will help and support you within your role.

If you feel that this opportunity is right for you then please do APPLY TODAY! Or call Carina in our Midlands Care Office.

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Role:                 Female Domestic Abuse Navigator (Community Based Services)

Based:           Portsmouth based - Working across multiple sites

Hours:               37 hours (Mon- Thurs 9.30am – 5.30pm & Fri 9.30 – 17.00)

Salary:          £25,750 - £26,383

Start Date:     ASAP

Duration:     Permanent

Essential:     Full Clean UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

Our client, a well-respected charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse, is looking for a highly organised Female Domestic Abuse Navigator (Community Based Services) to provide support and interventions to those affected by domestic abuse to empower and support and break the cycle of domestic abuse

Synopsis of duties:

• To work on helpline on a rota basis and provide advice and support to all those affected by domestic abuse (victims, perpetrators/those using unhealthy or abusive behaviours) and professionals.
• Process referrals, accept when eligible and commence an initial need and risk assessment with the client within the specified timescales initiating plans to manage and address risks, needs and immediate safety.
• Managing own case load, assessing, co-producing and delivering support to high and medium risk clients and their family on the basis of risk and need.
• To provide support to clients and their families living in the community in line using mandated best practice tools and assessments, this may include supporting clients with Whole Family Plans.
• To ensure clients have in place and continuously review (in line with timeframes specified) robust safety and risk management plans.
• To work closely with external partner agencies, advocating on behalf of the client to meet their individual support needs in particular where those needs are specialist, e.g. Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Legal, etc. and signposting and supporting clients to access the community-based services. Ensure excellent professional relationships are forged and maintained with both the clients and agencies.
• To ensure that children’s and vulnerable adults’ welfare is ensured in accordance with the  Protection from Abuse Policy, the Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Board and the Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures, including making appropriate onwards referrals when required.
• To support clients in recovering from and living lives free of domestic abuse by facilitating and encouraging engagement with the various specialist domestic abuse community-based group work provision.
• To complete whole family plans with families utilising the agreed template and guidance.
• To complete target hardening assessments for community-based clients, issuing basic safety devices (when available), liaising with landlords to secure installation of larger security measures, advising clients of safety measures and making referrals to external agencies to complete larger security improvements as required.
• To work within Portsmouth’s ‘Team Around the Worker’ approach, both as the Lead Professional and where another agency is taking the Lead Professional role.
• Working as part of a team takes responsibility as part of that team for the day-to-day running of the service, fulfilling whatever role is allocated to you by your line manager, including ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are managed appropriately and the facilities are clean, welcoming and resourced at all times.
• To maintain excellent confidential records, provide detailed handover reports to colleagues, appropriate referral information when working in partnership with other agencies, and ensure that consistent and accurate monitoring systems are maintained.
• To work in a way that is safe, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, inclusive, and seeks to actively remove barriers. 
• To work flexibly and in a way that is responsive to the needs of the service and those that it exists to serve. 
• To work in a trauma-informed, person-centred way, ensuring that the environment supports these principles.
• To possess and maintain knowledge of SMART goals, ensuring that change is realistic, attainable,e and sustainable.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with clients with complex needs, including mental health
• Experience dealing with high-risk clients and providing support in stressful situations
• Advocacy experience and developing new services for individuals and families
• Understanding of domestic abuse issues and the needs of victims/survivors
• Awareness of partnership working, safeguarding, and confidentiality practices
• Knowledge of legal and housing issues affecting families escaping domestic abuse
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency

Role:                 Female Domestic Abuse Navigator (Community Based Services)

Based:           Portsmouth based - Working across multiple sites

Hours:               37 hours (Mon- Thurs 9.30am – 5.30pm & Fri 9.30 – 17.00)

Salary:          £25,750 - £26,383

Start Date:     ASAP

Duration:     Permanent

Essential:     Full Clean UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

Our client, a well-respected charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse, is looking for a highly organised Female Domestic Abuse Navigator (Community Based Services) to provide support and interventions to those affected by domestic abuse to empower and support and break the cycle of domestic abuse

Synopsis of duties:

• To work on helpline on a rota basis and provide advice and support to all those affected by domestic abuse (victims, perpetrators/those using unhealthy or abusive behaviours) and professionals.
• Process referrals, accept when eligible and commence an initial need and risk assessment with the client within the specified timescales initiating plans to manage and address risks, needs and immediate safety.
• Managing own case load, assessing, co-producing and delivering support to high and medium risk clients and their family on the basis of risk and need.
• To provide support to clients and their families living in the community in line using mandated best practice tools and assessments, this may include supporting clients with Whole Family Plans.
• To ensure clients have in place and continuously review (in line with timeframes specified) robust safety and risk management plans.
• To work closely with external partner agencies, advocating on behalf of the client to meet their individual support needs in particular where those needs are specialist, e.g. Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Legal, etc. and signposting and supporting clients to access the community-based services. Ensure excellent professional relationships are forged and maintained with both the clients and agencies.
• To ensure that children’s and vulnerable adults’ welfare is ensured in accordance with the  Protection from Abuse Policy, the Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Board and the Portsmouth Safeguarding Adults Board policies and procedures, including making appropriate onwards referrals when required.
• To support clients in recovering from and living lives free of domestic abuse by facilitating and encouraging engagement with the various specialist domestic abuse community-based group work provision.
• To complete whole family plans with families utilising the agreed template and guidance.
• To complete target hardening assessments for community-based clients, issuing basic safety devices (when available), liaising with landlords to secure installation of larger security measures, advising clients of safety measures and making referrals to external agencies to complete larger security improvements as required.
• To work within Portsmouth’s ‘Team Around the Worker’ approach, both as the Lead Professional and where another agency is taking the Lead Professional role.
• Working as part of a team takes responsibility as part of that team for the day-to-day running of the service, fulfilling whatever role is allocated to you by your line manager, including ensuring that all Health and Safety requirements are managed appropriately and the facilities are clean, welcoming and resourced at all times.
• To maintain excellent confidential records, provide detailed handover reports to colleagues, appropriate referral information when working in partnership with other agencies, and ensure that consistent and accurate monitoring systems are maintained.
• To work in a way that is safe, non-judgmental, non-discriminatory, inclusive, and seeks to actively remove barriers. 
• To work flexibly and in a way that is responsive to the needs of the service and those that it exists to serve. 
• To work in a trauma-informed, person-centred way, ensuring that the environment supports these principles.
• To possess and maintain knowledge of SMART goals, ensuring that change is realistic, attainable,e and sustainable.

Requirements:

• Proven experience working with clients with complex needs, including mental health
• Experience dealing with high-risk clients and providing support in stressful situations
• Advocacy experience and developing new services for individuals and families
• Understanding of domestic abuse issues and the needs of victims/survivors
• Awareness of partnership working, safeguarding, and confidentiality practices
• Knowledge of legal and housing issues affecting families escaping domestic abuse
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Supporting Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency

Are you a dynamic and proactive Social Worker ready to be the crucial "front door" for children and families seeking support? The Vale of Glamorgan Council is looking for a skilled Social Worker to join their fast-paced Intake Team . This is a pivotal role where you'll make immediate impacts on safeguarding and early intervention.

Pay Rate: 36.88 per hour

As a Social Worker in the Intake Team, you will be the initial point of contact for referrals and enquiries, playing a critical role in assessing immediate needs and determining the appropriate course of action. Your responsibilities will typically include:

• Receiving and screening all initial enquiries, including child protection concerns.
• Conducting timely and robust assessments to identify children in need and those at risk of harm (including Section 47 enquiries).
• Working effectively with multi-agency partners to gather information and ensure integrated working.
• Making swift, child-focused decisions on next steps, which may include signposting to early help, transferring to a longer-term team (e.g., Family Support), or initiating child protection procedures.
• Providing brief interventions and support to families where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and concise records within a fast-paced environment.

• A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
• At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with children and families in the UK, ideally within an assessment or duty setting (strongly preferred).
• Registered with Social Care Wales .
• An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
• Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
• Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
• Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
• Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in the Vale of Glamorgan.
• Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to 300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Randstad are keen to recruit experienced Social Work Assistants for roles across the Belfast Trust area.

The Social Work Assistant will become an integral part of an experienced Social Care team providing invaluable support to senior Social Workers and management teams in the delivery & provision of efficient and effective services to children & families.

Benefits

• Band 4 pay scale 13.57 per hour
• Full Time Hours x 37.5 per week (Part time hours also considered pending experience )
• Premium evening & weekend rates if required
• Competitive mileage allowance
• Enhanced Holiday package
• Employee Assistance programme
• full funded enhanced Training & eLearning

Requirements

• Experience working within Child and Family Services would be highly advantageous
• NISCC Registration
• 6-12 months previous Social Care experience essential
• Social Work Degree, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in a Health & Social Care highly desirable
• NVQ Level 2 with sufficient work based experience also considered
• Valid UK Driving licence essential and access to a car for work
• Effective communicator
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to build rapport with parents, young people & social care professionals
• Willingness to undergo an Occupational Health check including submission of immunisation records
• Candidates will be subject to enhanced vetting including an Access NI check

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting social work managers in the provision of quality social work services undertaking tasks allocated by the Social Work Team Manager to support social workers in the discharge of their duties.
• Complete tasks such as coordinating family support, diversionary and respite services, sourcing appropriate family support services and other resources.
• Collate essential information and report this back to the Social Worker/ Team Manager to assist in the assessment of the circumstances and needs.
• Assist with practical tasks including transport in respect of identified appointments, delivering advice and guidance in relation to parenting tasks for example routines and boundaries, behaviour management, home care management, budgeting and essential form filling as necessary.
• Assist in delivery of contact services including the supervision of contact arrangements. This will include transport issues and ensuring completion of appropriate documentation.
• Report to Team Manager and/or Social Worker immediately all identified safeguarding concerns or other areas of concern or risk identified.
• Support social work staff as requested with administrative tasks in relation to making referrals to other agencies, setting up meetings including room bookings and supporting with duty tasks.

Full job description available upon request

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Are you a dynamic and proactive Social Worker ready to be the crucial "front door" for children and families seeking support? The Vale of Glamorgan Council is looking for a skilled Social Worker to join their fast-paced Intake Team . This is a pivotal role where you'll make immediate impacts on safeguarding and early intervention.

Pay Rate: 36.88 per hour

As a Social Worker in the Intake Team, you will be the initial point of contact for referrals and enquiries, playing a critical role in assessing immediate needs and determining the appropriate course of action. Your responsibilities will typically include:

• Receiving and screening all initial enquiries, including child protection concerns.
• Conducting timely and robust assessments to identify children in need and those at risk of harm (including Section 47 enquiries).
• Working effectively with multi-agency partners to gather information and ensure integrated working.
• Making swift, child-focused decisions on next steps, which may include signposting to early help, transferring to a longer-term team (e.g., Family Support), or initiating child protection procedures.
• Providing brief interventions and support to families where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and concise records within a fast-paced environment.

• A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
• At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with children and families in the UK, ideally within an assessment or duty setting (strongly preferred).
• Registered with Social Care Wales .
• An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
• Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
• Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
• Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
• Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in the Vale of Glamorgan.
• Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to 300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Are you a dynamic and proactive Social Worker ready to be the crucial "front door" for children and families seeking support? The Vale of Glamorgan Council is looking for a skilled Social Worker to join their fast-paced Intake Team . This is a pivotal role where you'll make immediate impacts on safeguarding and early intervention.

Pay Rate: 36.88 per hour

As a Social Worker in the Intake Team, you will be the initial point of contact for referrals and enquiries, playing a critical role in assessing immediate needs and determining the appropriate course of action. Your responsibilities will typically include:

• Receiving and screening all initial enquiries, including child protection concerns.
• Conducting timely and robust assessments to identify children in need and those at risk of harm (including Section 47 enquiries).
• Working effectively with multi-agency partners to gather information and ensure integrated working.
• Making swift, child-focused decisions on next steps, which may include signposting to early help, transferring to a longer-term team (e.g., Family Support), or initiating child protection procedures.
• Providing brief interventions and support to families where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate and concise records within a fast-paced environment.

• A Social Work Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
• At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience working with children and families in the UK, ideally within an assessment or duty setting (strongly preferred).
• Registered with Social Care Wales .
• An up-to-date DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service).

When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Dedicated Consultant: Your single point of contact to assist you throughout your placement.
• Accredited Training: Stay current with essential training including manual handling, health and safety at work, conflict management, and safeguarding vulnerable adults/children.
• Weekly Payroll: Receive your pay consistently and promptly.
• Competitive Pay Rates: Enjoy attractive hourly rates.
• Flexible Shifts: Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work.
• Top Local Authority: Work with a leading local authority in the Vale of Glamorgan.
• Weekly Mailers: Keep up-to-date with new local posts and opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: Earn up to 300 for referring a friend or colleague (T&Cs apply).

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Randstad are keen to recruit experienced Social Work Assistants for roles across the Belfast Trust area.

The Social Work Assistant will become an integral part of an experienced Social Care team providing invaluable support to senior Social Workers and management teams in the delivery & provision of efficient and effective services to children & families.

Benefits

• Band 4 pay scale 13.57 per hour
• Full Time Hours x 37.5 per week (Part time hours also considered pending experience )
• Premium evening & weekend rates if required
• Competitive mileage allowance
• Enhanced Holiday package
• Employee Assistance programme
• full funded enhanced Training & eLearning

Requirements

• Experience working within Child and Family Services would be highly advantageous
• NISCC Registration
• 6-12 months previous Social Care experience essential
• Social Work Degree, BTEC or NVQ Level 3 in a Health & Social Care highly desirable
• NVQ Level 2 with sufficient work based experience also considered
• Valid UK Driving licence essential and access to a car for work
• Effective communicator
• Ability to prioritise and manage a varied caseload
• Ability to build rapport with parents, young people & social care professionals
• Willingness to undergo an Occupational Health check including submission of immunisation records
• Candidates will be subject to enhanced vetting including an Access NI check

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting social work managers in the provision of quality social work services undertaking tasks allocated by the Social Work Team Manager to support social workers in the discharge of their duties.
• Complete tasks such as coordinating family support, diversionary and respite services, sourcing appropriate family support services and other resources.
• Collate essential information and report this back to the Social Worker/ Team Manager to assist in the assessment of the circumstances and needs.
• Assist with practical tasks including transport in respect of identified appointments, delivering advice and guidance in relation to parenting tasks for example routines and boundaries, behaviour management, home care management, budgeting and essential form filling as necessary.
• Assist in delivery of contact services including the supervision of contact arrangements. This will include transport issues and ensuring completion of appropriate documentation.
• Report to Team Manager and/or Social Worker immediately all identified safeguarding concerns or other areas of concern or risk identified.
• Support social work staff as requested with administrative tasks in relation to making referrals to other agencies, setting up meetings including room bookings and supporting with duty tasks.

Full job description available upon request

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.