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Domestic Abuse Volunteer

Purpose of role

To deliver a six-week ‘step down’ service to clients – by providing one-to-one support to clients who have recently been discharged by their Domestic Abuse Caseworker.

The support is offered to individuals by using a holistic approach which is tailored to meet the needs identified by the client. We offer one to one support at our Watford Wellbeing Centre or a safe location identified within the local community. We can also offer support via phone if that is more appropriate. We provide a high-quality range of support to help improve well-being and to help our clients feel empowered to feel safe.

Time commitment

1 – 3 hours per week face to face or on the phone.

Locations

Watford & Three Rivers District

Main tasks

The main tasks for this role are as follows:

Work in partnership with the wider DA team.
Meet with clients weekly, face to face / via telephone and provide a safe space for them to talk and feel heard.
Provide practical and emotional support and advocate for your client if necessary.
Signpost to other organisations
Help the client to explore their options and make their own choices.
Attend occasional meetings and appointments.
Record all client work on our internal case management system.
Access education and training.

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