Full time
| London, UK
|
posted 5 years ago
We are part of a niche recruitment agency, who provide staffing services to the offender management and criminal justice sectors.
We are currently recruiting for a Stalking Advocate to work on a fixed term contract based in South London. The Stalking Advocate will be required to provide expert advice and advocacy to victims of stalking.
Main duties and responsibilities
To provide casework support and advocacy to victims of stalking, liaising with both voluntary and statutory services to ensure positive outcomes for victims.
To provide support and guidance to volunteers where necessary.
To support the Stalking Support Team Leader and Helpline Manager where required.
Deliver robust risk assessment and safety planning for clients, along with advice and information regarding stalking legislation
To manage a caseload and provide expert advocacy support to victims of stalking - including carrying out initial assessments, risk assessments, devising support plans and liaising with appropriate agencies
To keep and maintain accurate and confidential records of all work undertaken
To identify and maintain appropriate boundaries for all enquiries and recognise when and where to signpost enquirers for further help/information as appropriate.
To proactively continue to develop appropriate knowledge, attitudes and skills through regular reading of information and attending training courses.
Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working with people affected by gender-based violence, including risk assessment and safety planning (s)
Experience of managing own case load, working under pressure and prioritising workload (s)
Good negotiation, advocacy and interpersonal skills, at all levels
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and experience using databases
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a non-judgmental manner
Ability to interact and network with a range of stakeholders
A working knowledge of the criminal and civil justice system, housing, welfare and policy relating to stalking and other forms of gender-based violence (s)
A comprehensive understanding of risk assessment, risk management and safety planning in stalking and other forms of gender-based violence
We are an equal opportunities employer.
London, UK
1
European Union
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Other General
IT Skills
Law Enforcement Background
BPSS
Full-time, Contract £25,000 - £27,900 a year