Support and Inclusion Officer - Domestic Abuse - Fixed term contracts - 2 posts

Support and Inclusion Officer - Domestic Abuse Focus

12 or 24 month fixed term. Starting salary: £32,061 (pro rata for part time).

About the Role

Join the Housing Options and Partnerships team to provide compassionate and proactive support to households affected by domestic abuse. In this role you will help clients remain in, or secure, safe accommodation and work collaboratively with a range of partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Support households to remain in their homes or secure longer term housing solutions.
• Work creatively and collaboratively to prevent and relieve homelessness.
• Provide trauma informed support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse.
• Deliver support in a variety of settings, including client homes and temporary accommodation.
• Work closely with domestic abuse partner agencies to provide holistic, tailored support packages.
• Manage a caseload and conduct regular home visits to assess housing needs and risks.
• Identify and assess support needs, embedding a trauma informed approach throughout the support process.
• Maketimely and appropriate referrals to specialist domestic abuse services and other partner agencies.
• Collaborate with external agencies to develop and implement tailored support plans addressing specific needs and risks.
• Support clients in temporary accommodation to transition into settled housing, including private rented, supported, and social housing.
• Provide advice and assistance to prevent eviction and sustain tenancies across various housing types.
• Negotiate with landlords, family members, and other stakeholders to prevent homelessness.
• Assist clients in accessing benefits, budgeting, and securing essential items for resettlement.
• Maintain accurate case notes and records in line with safeguarding and data protection policies.
• Attend and contribute to multi agency meetings, case conferences, and supervision sessions.

Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check.
• Fluent in English.
• Ability to travel across the BCP area.
• Completion of Level 1 and Level 2 Domestic Abuse training within the first month of employment.
• Completion of Survivor Trust Domestic Abuse training within three months of employment.
• Willingness to undertake further training as required.

Benefits

• Supportive and dedicated team.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Dynamic environment where ideas and contributions are valued.
• Disability confident employer offering reasonable adjustments.

Legal and Equality Information

Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and only candidates with the right to work in the UK will be considered.

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. We provide a fully inclusive recruitment process and the support needed to ensure a positive and accessible experience for all candidates.