- First response- Initial contact with citizens, risk assessment, informed safety planning based on DASH RIC and information from initial referral etc, safeguarding actions, onward referrals/signposting.
- Crisis intervention and safety planning- Informed safety planning including housing and refuge options, legal remedies, target hardening,
- Advocacy -reporting options, representation at MARAC (as required).
- Pathways- Ensuring robust pathways are in place both internally and externally. This includes IDVA team, medium risk IDVA, statutory services, community outreach services (Women’s Aid, LGBTF etc), SARC, ISVA and other specialist services.
Independent Domestic Violence Advisor
Vitalis
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 8 days
Manchester, Greater Manchester M17 1DJ, England

£21.09 per hour
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position available is for an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor in Manchester, offering a pay rate of £21.09 per hour.
- Vitalis Social Care is seeking an experienced candidate to perform first response duties, crisis intervention, and advocacy for individuals at risk.
- Key responsibilities include conducting risk assessments, safety planning, and ensuring robust pathways for support services.
- Candidates should possess relevant experience in domestic violence advisory roles, although the specific number of years required is not stated.
- Interested applicants can contact Molly Rylance for more information or inquire about other social work roles available.