Role: Part-time Independent Domestic Violence AdvocateBased: SouthallRate: £15.50ph PAYE or £20ph umbStart Date: ImmediatelyDuration: Temporary for 8 - 12 weeks (possible extension)Hours: Part-Time 17 hours per week on site Our client is looking for a part-time IDVA to join their team.Synopsis of duties:To provide trauma-informed information, advice, support, and advocacy services for victims of domestic abuse and other forms of gender-based violence, including forced marriage, rape and sexual abuse, so-called honour crimes, and related issues such as immigration, asylum, and No Recourse to Public Funds.To assist women to access support under various destitution schemes, including No Recourse to Public Fund.To promote social inclusion, encourage independence, and develop the personal resilience of women using the advocacy service.To ensure women are referred to external advice, information, and support agencies as appropriate, and encourage engagement with a range of services.To ensure the service user is at the heart of all service delivery and development.To liaise with relevant professionals and statutory agencies as necessary.To undertake Risk Assessments and participate in local Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARACs).To maintain case files and other records to the highest possible standard, as per guidelines.To adhere to policies and procedures and ensure awareness and integration of an equalities and human rights agenda in all areas of work.To ensure complian