Location: Walton-on-Thames
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Caritas Futures is proud to be working in partnership with a respected and established charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by domestic violence and abuse. We are currently seeking a compassionate and committed Outreach Worker to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis in Walton-on-Thames.
Role Overview:
As an Outreach Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting victims and survivors of domestic violence within the community. You will provide trauma-informed, person-centred support, helping service users to increase their safety, rebuild independence, and access appropriate services.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide emotional and practical support to victims and survivors of domestic abuse
Complete risk assessments and develop individual safety and support plans
Work with high-risk clients to promote safety and reduce harm
Maintain a strong understanding of safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
Deliver outreach support in the community and through multi-agency settings
Liaise closely with partner agencies including housing, social services, health, and the police
Support individuals facing complex needs such as homelessness, substance misuse, sexual abuse, or mental health challenges
Essential Requirements:
Experience supporting vulnerable individuals, ideally within the domestic violence or safeguarding sector
Strong knowledge of risk assessment, safety planning, and safeguarding procedures
Ability to work effectively with high-risk and complex cases
A current DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one
A genuine commitment to empowering and supporting survivors of domestic abuse
What Caritas Futures Offers:
Dedicated support from a specialist charity-sector recruitment consultant
Ongoing placement and pastoral support
Access to an excellent well-being package, including counselling services, the Headspace app, and weekly exercise classes
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact within a supportive and values-driven organisation.
For immediate consideration, please submit your updated CV.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of those affected by domestic violence.
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
