Domestic Abuse Support Worker Nottingham

Nottingham Community Housing Association

The Role

Overview

Provide practical and emotional support to domestic abuse survivors in Nottingham.

Key Responsibilities

  • relationship building
  • support planning
  • risk assessment
  • safeguarding
  • agency liaison
  • record keeping

Tasks

-Build trusting relationships and deliver strength-based support. -Create and review tailored support plans and risk assessments. -Safeguard vulnerable adults and children. -Liaise with external agencies to ensure holistic care. -Maintain accurate records and uphold health & safety standards.

Requirements

  • it skills
  • clear communication
  • confidentiality
  • flexible schedule
  • abuse knowledge
  • resilience

What You Bring

-Has basic IT skills (training provided). -Communicates clearly, kindly, and professionally. -Understands confidentiality and professional boundaries. -Work flexibly on a rota, including weekends and bank holidays. -Has knowledge of issues affecting survivors of domestic abuse. -Is resilient, empathetic, and committed to NCHA’s CLEAR values.

Benefits

-37 hour working week as standard -Generous annual leave package with the ability to buy more (or sell) -A fabulous benefits package to support your own wellbeing including a healthcare cash plan, counselling and support helpline, support with bus and tram passes, shopping discounts and many more.

The Company

About Nottingham Community Housing Association

-Committed to creating affordable housing for people in Nottinghamshire. -Pioneering efforts in building and maintaining homes for vulnerable individuals and families. -Specializes in the development of high-quality, affordable housing across urban and rural areas. -Engages in community projects that go beyond housing, offering support services and training. -Recognized for its strong relationships with local authorities, charitable organizations, and the community. -Has a diverse portfolio including both new-build homes and renovation of existing properties. -Invests in creating sustainable communities that offer long-term value to tenants and neighborhoods.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Housing Regulation and Policy

Performance Management

Customer Engagement

Asset Management

Housing Management

Care and Support Services

Homelessness

Supported Housing

Repairs and Maintenance

Social Housing Decarbonisation

Energy Efficiency

Fuel Poverty Reduction

Assistive Technology

Telecare

Environmental Improvements

Financial Inclusion

Community Cohesion

Employment and Training

Neighbourhood Regeneration

Interview Process

-interviews conducted on a rolling basis via microsoft teams.

Security Clearance

-free dbs checks will be provided.