Description
As an Independent Child Sexual Violence Advisor (CISVA), you will provide crucial support to young people who have been affected by sexual abuse or trauma. Working within the Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust's STARS (Sexual Trauma: Assessment, Recovery, and Support) service, you will offer one-to-one support and advice throughout the investigation process, from attending the SARC to the end of the investigation or court process.
Your role will involve developing support plans with children, young people, and their families to promote safety. You will explain the investigation process and the criminal justice system, act as a liaison person between families and various agencies, help identify other avenues of support, and signpost or refer individuals to therapy through STARS as needed.
The CISVA Service is funded by the Ministry of Justice, and the current funding is secured until March 2028. This is a 12-month fixed-term role, and you will be based at Mindworks Specialist Services, Loughta House, West Park Road, Epsom, KT19 8NX.
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of mental health services, supporting people of all ages across Surrey and North East Hampshire. They offer a range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking, and excellent health and wellbeing support.
Job Responsibilities:
- Offer one-to-one support and advice throughout the investigation process
- Develop support plans with children, young people, and families
- Explain the investigation process and criminal justice system
- Liaise between families and agencies such as the police, education, and social care
- Identify other avenues of support
- Signpost or refer individuals to therapy through STARS
Requirements:
- Good standard of education to degree level or similar work-based qualification
- At least three years of direct work with children and young people
- Case management skills
- Experience of working with young people affected by sexual abuse
- Experience of multi-agency work
- Experience of working independently and as part of a team
- Access to your own car with a full driver's license
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
- ISVA qualification and/or CAADA qualification or desire to work towards
- Experience of the criminal justice system
- Experience of assessing mental health in children and young people
What We Offer:
- Salary: £41,957 to £50,387 per annum, pro-rata, including HCAS
- Fixed-term contract for 12 months
- Full-time position
- Opportunities for professional development and growth