SARC Coordinator- Dorset SARC (BH1 1QQ)

Salary: £22,905.00 (pro rata)

Shifts- 24 hours per week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 

* The successful applicant will need to live within 45 minutes of Dorset SARC, as the role has an on call Crisis Worker element , that means attendance at the SARC within this time frame.

Job Spec:

The SARC Coordinator will be the first point of contact for users of the service. The post holder will assist with the administration and management process of victims (women, men and children) attending the SARC, provide support to the SARC Manager with the day to day running of the SARC and provide a crisis worker role within office hours when required

About our Site:

A Sexual Assault Referral Centre is a dedicated centre providing a comprehensive service to men, women and children who have suffered sexual assault, both for those who wish to involve the Police and those who self-refer.  Utilising a multi-disciplinary team of Doctors, Nurses, Crisis Workers, Police Officers and support staff the SARC will provide crisis support, appropriate facilities and trained staff for completion of forensic medical examination, provision and advice regarding aftercare including emergency contraception, pregnancy testing, as well as facilitating counselling and ongoing support via third sector agencies and Independent Sexual Violence Advisors.

Benefits as a SARC Coordinator:

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• G4S Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to Gympass - subsidised gym
• Free eye-tests/discounts for VDU users
• Subsidised healthcare plan
• Charity work- Match-IT and Payroll Giving
• Employee Assistance Programme Scheme (Confidential Counselling Services, 24/7 support specialising in health and medical topics )
• Refer A Friend Scheme
• Discounts on high street shops and brands including several leading high street brands, retailers and travel suppliers

Essential Skills:

• Previous experience of working with vulnerable people.
• Access to own vehicle.
• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Competent Computer Skills

Desirable Skills:

• Experience of working with victims of sexual assault.
• Relevant qualification in supporting victims of sexual abuse and/or physical abuse.
• Forensic Awareness
• Multi-Agency Working

For further information please email: [email protected]

This role requires the ability to work with vulnerable people in a caring and compassionate way. A DBS check and relevant police/ prison clearance will be required to exclude any individuals with a history of behaviour which could be considered unacceptable (by G4S or the clients). Safety is of paramount importance and the post holder must ensure that safe systems of work are followed without compromise.