Domestic Abuse Mental Health Worker

Role:                Female Domestic Abuse & Mental Health Worker Based:             Hampshire (multiple locations) Hours:             Eastleigh, Winchester and New Forest OR                        Basingstoke, Hart & Rushmoor OR                        Havant Gosport and Fareham             Salary:            £24,969.60 - £25,614.24 (pro rata for part-time) 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 Domestic Abuse & Mental Health Worker to join their team. This charity operates across Hampshire and Portsmouth, providing crucial services to help victims and survivors of domestic abuse achieve safety and well-being. They are committed to empowering individuals through comprehensive support and advocacy. Synopsis of duties: Provide support, advice, and assistance to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse and mental health issues. Develop recovery-focused Support Plans and conduct safety and support planning and risk assessments. Offer advocacy and support around unhealthy behaviours and provide parenting and family support. Work closely with local Mental Health teams and other professionals to ensure a coordinated community response. Participate in the "Front Door Service" and High-Risk Domestic Abuse (HRDA) meetings on a rota basis. Maintain accurate records, write reports, and undertake administrative tasks. Participate in the on-call out-of-hours service rota.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 Commitment to client empowerment, equal opportunities, and flexible working hours 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 Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service would be advantageousThis 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