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Domestic Abuse

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Our Vision

We’re working towards a world where domestic abuse is fully understood as unacceptable, where all members of society feel safe in their own homes, and are able to enjoy healthy relationships free from violence.

of service users say that our service has reduced the risks they face.

of service users report feeling safer as a result of our service.

of service users say their quality of life has improved as a result of our service.

of service users say our advice makes them more confident when approaching other local services.

Our Aim

Our aim is to help eradicate domestic abuse in whatever form it takes by providing specialist support that’s accessible to anyone who needs it, supporting, preventing, educating, and creating awareness of domestic abuse, its cost, consequences and its complexities.

Our services

What you say about us...

Amazing - couldn’t have wanted anything more! Listens and helps me deal with things without judgements. Makes me feel that I am important and now can deal with situations that I wouldn’t have known how to deal with before.
Wonderful to meet people in simular situations to me. Fantastic service and a lifeline when you feel isolated.
I have never felt so looked after through domestic violence. I was supported many years ago and it has come forward so far and i'm grateful for the support. You have been amazing, thank you so much. You are brilliant and i will let you go and help others like me now. They will have a great support from you.
Life saving, confidence building. Time to move on now. I can smile. The facilitators are friendly experts that do not judge. Thank you.

Source: Service User feedback 2018

Work with us

As an expanding organisation, we can frequently offer a range of exciting opportunities to work with us and develop your skills across a range of paid and voluntary positions.

Current Vacancies

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Jobs

  • Hospital Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (HIDVA)

    • Location: Dartford

      Salary: £24,948.00 (Full Time Equivalent based on a 35-hour week)

      Hours: 25 hours per week. Specific hours worked are negotiable.

      Choices are hiring for an exciting role as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor at Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford. This vacancy requires a SafeLives qualification or at least two years relevant experience with supporting victims of domestic abuse. The purpose of this job is to provide high quality support to all victims of domestic abuse (DA) who present to the Accident and Emergency Department (A&E) either with injuries caused by DA or who disclose DA when receiving care. To also accept referrals from other Wards and Departments where patients have disclosed DA. This work should be undertaken as part of a multi-agency framework that includes MARAC and local partnership responses to Domestic Abuse.

      Download an application pack

      Closing date: 19/07/2019 at 12:00.

      If having reviewed the documents in the application pack you have any further questions regarding this position please email: recruitment@choicesdaservice.org.uk

  • Young Persons Outreach Worker (Stand Tall)

    • Location: Dartford & Gravesham

      Salary: £20,657.00 (Full-Time Equivalent based on a 35 hour week)

      Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only.

      Stand Tall is a programme delivered mainly in schools to mixed-gendered groups of up to 6 young people at risk or suffering child criminal exploitation (CCE) including involvement in gang crime. You will be able to recognise young people's needs; have safeguarding experience; have good written and verbal communications skills and be able to prepare reports; and have confidence in delivering programmes to young people. This role is subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

      Download an application pack

      Closing date: 06/08/2019 at 12:00.

      If having reviewed the documents in the application pack you have any further questions regarding this position please email: recruitment@choicesdaservice.org.uk

  • Young Persons Outreach Worker (PATHways)

    • Location: Dartford, Maidstone and Medway

      Salary: ££20,657.00 (Full-Time Equivalent based on a 35 hour week)

      Hours: 17.5 hours/week over 3 days

      Delivering one to one outreach work to support and educate young people who are on the brink of the criminal justice system and who are disengaging with their communities. The role will involve working in education settings and youth hubs. You will be able to recognise young people's needs; have safeguarding experience; have good written and verbal communications skills and be able to prepare reports; and have confidence in delivering programmes to young people. This role is subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

      Download an application pack

      Closing date: 06/08/2019 at 12:00.

      If having reviewed the documents in the application pack you have any further questions regarding this position please email: recruitment@choicesdaservice.org.uk

Volunteering

    Sorry we are not currently advertising for volunteers. If you have any special or relevant skills that you feel could benefit our organisation, please do drop us a line at recruitment@choicesdaservice.org.uk

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