*This 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.
Stop Domestic Abuse is a trauma informed organisation, the work we do to support those affected by domestic abuse may be triggering for those with past trauma. Please only apply if you are living free from abuse. If you’d like to talk to us about this, please get in touch.
Main purpose and scope of the job
- Promoting the training package, to build and maintain effective relationships with general practice teams, and to recruit local general practices to participate in the training package.
- Providing in-house training for general practice teams on understanding, recognising and responding to domestic abuse.
- Providing ongoing specialist advice and support around domestic abuse to practice teams.
- Encouraging general practice health professionals to ask patients about their experience of abuse and respond, record, safety check and refer.
- Providing specialist, individual and needs-led advocacy and support to patients who are or have experienced domestic abuse who are referred from participating practices, and to provide onward referrals where appropriate.
- Collecting and collating performance and monitoring data for reporting purposes and also with a view to further embedding and developing the programme locally.
- Working with those experiencing domestic abuse to increase their personal safety, and that of any children, and inform them of their rights and options in terms of housing, legal and welfare rights
Available Posts:
Winchester Hospital:
Reference Number: STOPDA949
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 37 (Monday - Thursday: 9:30am - 5:30pm & Friday: 9:30am - 5pm)
There is no closing date for this post, we will keep the vacancy open until we have successfully appointed to the role. Once your application has been reviewed we will contact you to let you know if you have been shortlisted for an interview.
We particularly welcome applicants from BAMER communities that are currently under-represented in our organisation.
Appointment will be on merit alone.
An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure will be required for this role.
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Domestic Abuse Health Advocate – Winchester employer: Stop Domestic Abuse
Stop Domestic Abuse is an exceptional employer located in Southampton, dedicated to creating a supportive and empowering work environment for its employees. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, the organisation offers generous benefits such as flexible working hours, enhanced family leave, and a comprehensive health plan, all while fostering a culture of compassion and respect. Joining Stop Domestic Abuse means being part of a mission-driven team that values personal growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those affected by domestic abuse.
