Staffordshire Women's Aid

INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISER

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Ideally, you will have achieved an IDVA qualification such as CAADA or DAPA

The following skills, knowledge and attitudes are essential for the post:

· Knowledge of and agreement with the vision, mission, aims and values of Staffordshire Women's Aid.

· The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Understanding of and commitment to the reduction and prevention of Violence against Women and Girls.

· Knowledge/understanding of risk assessment, in particular in regard to the CAADA/DASH.

· Understanding of and engagement with the MARAC.

· Knowledge of both criminal and civil law in relation to Domestic Violence.

· Understanding/experience of the specialist Domestic Violence Court process.

· Good communication skills.

· A non-judgemental attitude.

· Good literacy and numeracy skills.

· Good organisational skills.

· Understanding of anti-discriminatory working principles and practices, and of the importance of an ethos of diversity.

· Understanding of the need for professional boundaries in support work.

· Understanding of the need for confidentiality and security of the refuge and outreach services for users, staff and volunteers.

· Good knowledge of administrative tasks and record keeping.

· The ability to work under pressure and, sometimes, in stressful situations.

· Knowledge and understanding of issues around substance misuse and mental health and how they relate to domestic and sexual violence.

· Knowledge and experience of the Housing Act and other legislation in connection with domestic violence.

· Knowledge of the Welfare Benefits System.

· Knowledge and experience of issues for children who have lived with domestic violence and the links to Safeguarding.

· Ability to assess needs.

· Good IT skills.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, when necessary.

· A full driving licence and use of a car with appropriate insurance cover.

The following skills, knowledge and attitudes are desirable for the post:

· Experience of working with voluntary organisations.

· Negotiation and presentation skills.

· A sense of humour.

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