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Newham Action Against Domestic Violence (NAADV)

Position:

Female Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA)

Full / Part Time:

Full Time Post

Short / Long Term:

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Salary:

NJC Scale Point 26-28 Including OLW (Under Review)

Description:

NAADV is a local specialist agency in the field of domestic violence support providing practical and emotional support services for individuals and families.

The IDVA will provide risk assessment to high/medium victims of Domestic Violence, provide advocacy and advice information and support to victims of Domestic Violence focusing an improved safety and reducing repeat victimisation liaison with court and police.

Relevant criteria:
1. Experience of working with survivors of Domestic Violence at a crisis stage particularly conducting safety planning.
2. Ability to work in partnership with criminal justice system agencies and relevant statutory and voluntary groups.
3. Counselling experience and/or diploma
4. A good working knowledge and experience of relevant legislation in providing effective domestic violence support.

Closing Date:

Wednesday 17th December 2008

Interview Date:

Wednesday 7th January 2009

Address for Details:

Send an A4 S.A.E. for 44p to NAADV, St Mark’s Centre, Tollgate Rd, London E6 5YA

Phone for Details:

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Email for Details:

naadv@tiscali.co.uk
Please note that we cannot accept your returned applications by Email

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Special Details:

Note: this post is for a female worker in accordance with section 7(2)2.1(e) of sex discrimination act