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Health Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 11 Tachwedd 2025 |
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| Cyflog: | £31,049.00 i £37,796.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £31049.00 - £37796.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 25 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Burnley, BB10 2PQ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9435-25-0521 |
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MAIN DUTIES Identify and assess the risks and needs of domestic abuse victims identified through hospital services using an evidence-based riskidentification checklist. Focus on and prioritise high risk cases and provide a pro-active, short to medium term crisis intervention service through individualsafety planning and personal support. Liaise with local Domestic Abuse providers for their provision of continued support in line with initial safety plans following dischargefrom hospital. Accept joint working arrangements with local Domestic Abuse providers for individuals who may benefit from support from the hospitalIDVA whilst under the care of ELHT. Advocate for high risk victims with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse by:1. Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to domestic abuse victims and how yourrole fits into them.2. Providing advocacy, emotional and practical support and information to victims including in relation to legal options, housing,health and finance.3. Working directly with all key agency partners to address the safety of high risk victims and ensuring that their safety plansare coordinated particularly through the MARAC. Manage a case load for an agreed timeframe ensuring each client receives the appropriate service individual to their needs. Support the empowerment of the client and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in theirsituation, and help them regain control of their lives. Understand multi-agency partnership structures and work within a multi agency setting which will include preparation and participationat the MARAC. You will contribute interventions and help design a plan to protect victims and any children, while maintaining anindependent role on behalf of your client, keeping their safety as central to any response. Be proactive with your designated line manager/ professional lead in carrying out periodic case reviews based on a review of risk andabuse Access supervision from other Domestic Abuse providers in relation to the specialist role and caseload Support colleagues and partner agencies, through awareness raising and institutional advocacy, in order to provide the best possibleservice for victims of domestic abuse. Provide training to identified health service staff and raise awareness of domestic abuse, forced marriage, honour based violence, etc.with staff across the hospital sites. Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the services works in, and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverserange of survivors ensuring the service is accessible to all. To participate in policy development and the implementation of routine enquiry across more services within ELHT. To carry out any other duties as requested which are commensurate with business service delivery.Shortlisting packCLINICAL Contribute to a safe working environment for patients and staff and ensure that patient dignity is not compromised. Attend meetings as required with the clinical teamsCOMMUNICATION Use range of communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, staff and families With support, communicate sensitive and distressing information to those who are experiencing domestic abuse, and the clinical teamscaring for them as appropriate Participate in multi-disciplinary case conferences and multi-agency conferences as required. Ensure effective communication in demanding and challenging situations, with support from senior staff within the safeguarding teamor clinical teams Participate in meetings to share ideas and exchange information. Ensure clear concise documentation is adhered to in line with Trusts PolicyTRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT Maintain an up to date professional portfolio. Take personal responsibility for own development and keep up to date with evidence based practice and research. Participate in supervision in accordance with guidelines. Participate in annual appraisal as an apraisee. Ensure you are up to date with core mandatory training. Assist in undertaking clinical audit and peer reviews to contribute to practice development and quality improvements. Regularly gain feedback from users, to inform developments in the service.ORGANISATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure that appropriate resources are available at all times. Ensure the safe use and maintenance of equipment. To ensure that patient outcomes are recorded in a timely way as per Trust policies and processes. Provide quality written reports for patients, parents/carers and other professional within the Trust processes. To develop resources that could/can be used in the deliverance of services. Keep up to date with relevant legislation and statutory requirements for Domestic AbusePROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES To actively liaise with other professionals within the Caldicott data protection and information governance. Develop professionally through self development extending own knowledge in line with professional IDVA training standards Participate in research and learning projects which are relevant to Domestic Abuse Ensure accurate record keeping as per Trust policy and professional Guidelines on paper and electronic patient records