Men's Outreach Support WorkerEaling, LondonAbout UsHousing for Women is a registered charity and independent housing association. We champion female empowerment by providing and promoting affordable homes for women and gender-specific support services. Since 1934, we have been working to build a more equal society for women, a world where everyone has a safe roof over their head regardless of circumstance, where violence against women is no longer tolerated.We are now seeking a Men's Outreach Support Worker to join us on a part-time basis, working 18.75 hours per week for a fixed term contract until March 2025.The Benefits- Salary of £33,051 per annum (pro rata)- Attractive pension scheme- Perkbox- Buying and selling annual leave- Health Shield- Season Ticket loan- Subsidised gym membership- Course FundingThis is an inspiring opportunity for a compassionate individual with experience supporting vulnerable male adults to join our committed organisation.You'll be at the forefront of our efforts to empower survivors, making a real difference in the lives of male survivors of domestic abuse and providing them with the support they need to rebuild their lives and find safety and independence.Your work will not only enhance the wellbeing of those you support, but it will also contribute to our overall mission of building a more equal society where everyone feels safe and valued.The RoleAs a Men’s Outreach Support Worker, you will provide high-quality support to male victims and survivors of domestic abuse in the community, ensuring they have access to a range of interventions and support measures.Working in partnership with local and national services, you will aim to achieve the best outcomes for men and ensure that all services are delivered to the highest standards in line with our policies, procedures and funding requirements.You will deliver trauma-informed support, develop individual support plans and facilitate sessions that promote understanding of domestic violence, life skills and healthy lifestyles.Additionally, you will conduct risk assessments, develop safety plans and provide effective advice and advocacy, ensuring that support is culturally and religiously sensitive and tailored to the specific needs of each service user.Your role will also involve:- Collaborating with internal and external partners to support service delivery- Participating in training and performance management processes- Maintaining accurate records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection policies- Engaging with service users to gather feedback- Developing strategies for continuous service improvementAbout YouTo be considered as a Men's Outreach Support Worker, you will need:- Experience working with vulnerable male adults from diverse backgrounds in a community or floating support basis- Experience supporting male survivors of DVA- Experience undertaking individual assessments including risk assessments and developing and delivering support plans- Knowledge of the impact that DVA has upon service users and their children- Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation, such as the Children’s Act, Community Care Act, Domestic Violence Legislation, Housing Act, MARAC protocol, etc.- Knowledge of welfare benefits, safeguarding children and adults, child protection and social and voluntary services approaches and involvement- Strong crisis management skills- To be educated to NVQ 3, A level standard or equivalentPlease note, you will be required to take part in our call out of hours support rota.Candidates interested in applying should attach a cover letter outlining how they meet the essential criteria specified in the person specification as well as how they think they meet Housing for Women’s EPIC values.Other organisations may call this role Men’s Support Worker, Support Worker, Recovery Worker, DVA, IDVA, Domestic Violence Advisor, Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, Peer Support Worker, Support and Outreach Worker, or Domestic Violence Support Worker.Webrecruit and Housing for Women are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you’re looking for a meaningful role as a Men's Outreach Support Worker, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

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