Vacancies
We will advertise any vacancies we have on this site. This will include vacancies for paid posts and volunteer opportunities within our service, including Directors.
Any student/volunteer counsellors looking for a placement with EDAN Lincs will be required to be at a minimum of level 5 in their studies and we consider it good practice for your place of study to make contact with us as a starting point to establish suitability. It is not possible for us to respond to all individual requests for placements which we receive.
Current Vacancies
EDAN Lincs Domestic Abuse Service provides refuge accommodation, outreach support and a wide range of support services for all who suffer domestic abuse; thus promoting safety, well-being and independence within the community. Our main office is based in Lincoln however we provide support to the whole of Lincolnshire.
EDAN Lincs upholds safeguarding requirements and our charity is committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults and children. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which include: Identity verification; Qualification verification; DBS clearance; References.
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EDAN Lincs understands the importance of creating a safe and happy environment where staff can be empowered to reach the peak of productivity by focusing on their strengths and successes.
As well as a competitive salary and company pension scheme, our positive work environment offers paid birthdays off, personalised development plans created through regular supervision, access to Healthshield cashplan (on completion of probationary period) and team wellbeing activities to support connectedness.
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IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advisor)
We are looking to recruit 1 full time permanent IDVA and 1 full time IDVA to cover Maternity Leave absence.
To provide a high-quality frontline service to victims of domestic abuse, delivering a service to those at highest risk. To work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse.
Our main office is based in Lincoln however we provide support to the whole of Lincolnshire.
Hybrid working with occasional office based work across Police stations.
37.5 hours per week
£25,500-£28,500 FTE
Home based/mobile within the county of Lincolnshire
Full Driving licence and car essential for post
An enhanced background check will apply to the successful applicant.
Are you committed and enthusiastic to making a difference to those affected by domestic abuse?
We are looking for someone that is dynamic and self-motivated to join our dedicated team here at EDAN Lincs to support individuals/families who have been affected by domestic abuse.
The NEW Domestic Abuse Support Service is aligned to three core principle aims:
Prevention – Aiming to intervene before harm occurs or preventing further harm.
Protection – Providing support to victims if harm has occurred to reduce the impact and increase their safety.
Recovery – To be future focused, increase resilience, confidence, and skills to rebuild victims’ lives.
IDVA’S provide emotional and practical advice, guidance, and support to victims for up to 12 weeks.
They help them to navigate the criminal justice system and increase their safety.
Will support the service user to promote their wellbeing and recovery.
Identify any associated children or young people who may benefit from accessing specialist support in their own right via the CYP IDVA.
The ideal applicant will be required to actively work with individuals, provide crisis intervention, raise awareness of domestic abuse and to create personalised support plans to help them move forward with an independent life that is safe and free from domestic abuse while reflecting the values of EDAN Lincs.
The successful applicant will be a reliable individual who has proven experience of emotional and practical support, including being proficient in working holistically to deliver risk assessment, safety planning, confidence and self-esteem while working in a high paced and often challenging, but highly rewarding, workplace.
The successful applicant will have proven experience of emotional and practical support and be a reliable individual who reflects the values of EDAN Lincs.
Relevant experience or knowledge of the causes and effects of domestic abuse on adults, children and young people is desirable.
NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience is required.
EDAN Lincs understands the importance of creating a safe and happy environment where staff can be empowered to reach the peak of productivity by focusing on their strengths and successes.
As well as a competitive salary and company pension scheme, our positive work environment offers paid birthdays off, personalised development plans created through regular supervision, access to Healthshield cashplan (on completion of probationary period) and team wellbeing activities to support connectedness.
For a person specification click here
For a job description click here
For the application form for the permanent role please click here
For the application form for the Maternity Cover role please click here
Alternatively you can request an application pack by emailing info@edanlincs.org.uk
Closing Date: 12pm on Friday 19th April 2024
Interview Date: Friday 26th April 2024
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VOLUNTEER ROLES
The role is based in Lincolnshire. You will need to attend bi-monthly board meetings and offer assistance and help when required. You will also have the opportunity to take a lead on specific areas to support the development of the organisation.
EDAN Lincs Domestic Abuse Service was established in 1999. The organisation has continued to develop and expand its services to meet the ever growing demand for complex support for victims of domestic abuse.
EDAN Lincs offers support to all those who experience/or who have experienced domestic abuse, whether physical, emotional, sexual or financial, and this now includes supporting men.
For an informal discussion and further information please contact:
Celia Madden, EDAN Lincs Chief Executive
Telephone: 01522 510041
Email: info@edanlincs.org.uk
EDAN Lincs requires Trustees to undertake DBS Disclosure checks