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Community Outreach Worker (Specialist FGM) with language specialism

Role:               Community Outreach Worker (Specialist FGM) with language specialism

Based:            Coventry

Rate:               £25791

Start Date:      ASAP

Duration:        Permanent

Hours:             Full Time 37 hours

Our client, a specialist Domestic Violence charity based in Coventry is looking to recruit a Community Outreach Worker (Specialist FGM) with language specialism to plan and implement a community support service to address Female Genital Mutilation, with professionals, agencies, and practising communities.

Synopsis of duties:

  • To work with women to identify their support needs, and empower them regarding FGM and its consequences
  • To work with women to identify their ‘support’ needs and incorporate these into women’s Individual Support Plans (ISP)
  • To develop and produce an ISP for each service user
  • To review each ISP on a regular basis
  • To encourage the development of mutual support networks
  • To work with a team of volunteers/champions to develop and deliver services
  • To work alongside colleagues to organise in-house training and information sessions on a range of issues for service users
  • To promote awareness of the - impact of FGM, domestic abuse on women and children
  • To ensure adherence to the Confidentiality and GDPR procedures at all times

Essential Requirements:

  • An understanding of women’s issues and feminist principles, in particular around the issues of domestic abuse (all forms) and its implications for women and children
  • Experience of offering advice and information and advocating for service users on a range of issues including homelessness, benefits, legal, social welfare issues, etc
  • Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships and professional relationships with agencies in voluntary, private and public sectors.
  • Experience of working in an environment that requires confidentiality
  • Experience of working with people with multiple and complex needs.

Futures Consulting acts as both an employer and an agency.


Location: Coventry | Salary: 25791 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 18/12/2023

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