Red Snapper Recruitment are recruiting for an ISAC (independent stalking advocacy caseworker) position for a client of mine based in Walsall. My client is a Community Domestic Abuse Support Service for women in the West Midlands. Location: Walsall Salary: £22,308 - £25,838.68 (dependent upon experience) Contract type: Full-time, permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day) Please note it is essential that the successful candidate has a full driving license and access to own vehicle. Main duties and responsibilities Triage referrals for the service by gathering relevant information in regards to the victim, the perpetrator and their circumstances. Identify and assess the risks and needs of stalking victims using an evidence based risk identification tool, the Stalking Risk Profile and a client-led approach. Recognise, respect and address the needs of clients who face particular barriers when seeking help to access the advocacy service, including those from hard to reach groups. Provide direct casework support, safety planning and practical advice to victims of stalking through telephone contact and face to face meetings. Support the empowerment of the client and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of stalking present in their situation, in order to help them regain control of their lives. Work with victims of stalking to help them access services to keep them, their children and 'secondary' victims safe. Refer clients and their children into relevant safeguarding hubs as appropriate, including the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH) and the Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC). Participate in multi-agency networks and meetings, such as child protection conferences and MARAC, presenting update reports, supporting effective risk management strategies and advocating for the victim, whilst maintaining good communications with other professionals involved. Ensure that any issues in relation to safeguarding children or vulnerable adults are brought to the immediate attention of the manager. Person Specification Minimum level 3 qualification in a related field. GCSEs English and Mathematics - Grade C or above. Qualified IDVA or ISAC or with a level of experience of this role unqualified for a minimum period of one year. Experience of working with vulnerable adults and children, acknowledging safeguarding concerns and responding appropriately. Experience of working with victims of abuse in a professional capacity. Experience of managing a caseload of vulnerable individuals. Experience of managing complex casework, including issues such as child abuse, mental health, substance abuse, working with trauma in adults and children and crisis intervention. Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of abuse and their children. Have knowledge of complex needs, including problematic substance use, mental health issues and harm reducing interventions. Due to the high volume of applications received, if you do not hear from us within 7 working days, I am afraid your application has been unsuccessful. RSR is a public safety, housing & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety & housing employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety, housing and enterprise security skills and experience. Red Snapper Recruitment is a member of the Red Snapper Group. The Red Snapper Group acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. The Red Snapper Recruitment Group is an equal opportunities employer.