Work With Us.
Changing Pathways is an innovative, exciting, grassroots charity working across South and South-West Essex. Our purpose is to bring an end to the harm done through domestic and sexual violence to all survivors. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.
Working with Changing Pathways means you will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has affected the lives of thousands of adults and children in Essex. Our staff are empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
Therapist – 2 year fixed term contract - Basildon
About the Role:
Based in Basildon – 15 hours per week, £12,240.03 per annum
You will be responsible for supporting the organisation’s Therapeutic Lead in offering therapeutic support to survivors of domestic abuse, ‘honour-based’ abuse and stalking, ensuring a safe and high quality service is in place that meets the standards of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
The role will require you to be based at Basildon (Refuge and Parklands Centre).
About You
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org.
For an informal discussion please contact Tania at welcome@changingpathways.org or 01268 729707 Option 2.
Applications should be received no later than 26th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews may be held remotely via video.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
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Domestic Abuse Practitioner (DAP)
About the Role :
Full Time – based in Basildon – 37.5 hours per week, £24,973.54 per annum – Permanent
The role will require you to be based at Parklands Centre.
The role will require you to support and advocate on behalf of victims/survivors of domestic abuse. This will involve telephone support and face to face community-based appointments.
In line with the new Domestic Abuse Act, children’s needs will be assessed as victims in their own right with referrals made to Changing Pathways’ Children’s Services where necessary.
A vehicle and clean and current driving licence is required for this post.
About You
Due to the nature of the work, we require someone who is able to show resilience and is able to deal with potentially difficult conversations and information on a daily basis.
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org.
For an informal discussion please contact Gemma at welcome@changingpathways.org or 01268 729707.
Applications should be received no later than 5pm on 20th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews will be held in person.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
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Domestic Abuse Practitioner (DAP)
About the Role:
Full Time – based in Harlow – 37.5 hours per week, £24,973.54 per annum – Permanent
The role will require you to be based at Watergardens, Harlow.
The role will require you to support and advocate on behalf of victims/survivors of domestic abuse. This will involve telephone support and face to face community-based appointments.
In line with the new Domestic Abuse Act, children’s needs will be assessed as victims in their own right with referrals made to Changing Pathways’ Children’s Services where necessary.
A vehicle and clean and current driving licence is required for this post.
About You:
Due to the nature of the work, we require someone who is able to show resilience and is able to deal with potentially difficult conversations and information on a daily basis.
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply:
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org
For an informal discussion please contact Ranjit at welcome@changingpathways.org.
Applications should be received no later than 5pm on 20th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews will be held in person.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
DAP Harlow (RS) JD – Perm – Aug 23 (002)
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Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)
About the Role:
Full time – based in Harlow – 37.5 hours per week – £27,372.38 per annum
The role will require you to be based at Harlow.
You will be working with high risk survivors of domestic abuse in the Harlow area, providing support and advocacy to address their immediate risk and safety needs whilst helping them take that first step on a pathway without fear and abuse. In line with the new Domestic Abuse Act, children’s needs will be assessed as victims in their own right with referrals made to Changing Pathways’ Children’s Services where necessary.
This is a fast-paced role working with risk and as such we are seeking a dynamic individual who is skilled in crisis management and able to assess risk for survivors of domestic abuse.
This position requires you to be already working as an IDVA, either qualified or unqualified.
A Safe Lives IDVA or Women’s Aid DAPA qualification would be advantageous.
A vehicle and clean and current driving licence is required for this post.
About You:
Due to the nature of the work, we require someone who is able to show resilience and is able to deal with potentially difficult conversations and information on a daily basis.
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org
For an informal discussion please contact Ranjit at welcome@changingpathways.org
Applications should be received no later than 5pm on 20th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews will be held in person.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
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Therapist - 2 year fixed term contract - Harlow
About the Role:
Based in Harlow – 7.5 hours per week, £6,120.00 per annum
You will be responsible for supporting the organisation’s Therapeutic Lead in offering therapeutic support to survivors of domestic abuse, ‘honour-based’ abuse and stalking, ensuring a safe and high quality service is in place that meets the standards of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
The role will require you to be based at Harlow.
About You
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org.
For an informal discussion please contact Tania at welcome@changingpathways.org or 01268 729707 Option 2.
Applications should be received no later than 26th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews may be held remotely via video.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
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Domestic Abuse Practitioner – Brighter Futures
About the role:
Full Time – based in Thurrock – 37.5 hours per week, £24,973.54 per annum
The role will require you to be based at Thurrock Refuge.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of support for the domestic abuse element of the Thurrock 0-19 Brighter Futures Healthy Families model. The post holder will be responsible for working with adults experiencing domestic abuse and/or stalking, providing an eight-week education programme on domestic abuse and the impact on children. The post holder will be responsible for delivering all parts of the Brighter Futures contract including face to face, telephone, drop in support and service promotion.
About You
Due to the nature of the work, we require someone who is able to show resilience and is able to deal with potentially difficult conversations and information on a daily basis.
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org.
For an informal discussion please contact Zoe at welcome@changingpathways.org or 01268 729707.
Applications should be received no later than 5pm on 29th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews will be held in person.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
1.Organisational-Info-for-Applicants
Domestic Abuse Practitioner – Brighter Futures
About the role:
Full Time – based in Thurrock – 37.5 hours per week, £24,973.54 per annum
The role will require you to be based at Thurrock Refuge.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of support for the domestic abuse element of the Thurrock 0-19 Brighter Futures Healthy Families model. The post holder will be responsible for working with adults experiencing domestic abuse and/or stalking, providing an eight-week education programme on domestic abuse and the impact on children. The post holder will be responsible for delivering all parts of the Brighter Futures contract including face to face, telephone, drop in support and service promotion.
About You
Due to the nature of the work, we require someone who is able to show resilience and is able to deal with potentially difficult conversations and information on a daily basis.
You will be empathetic, non-judgemental and committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies and practices.
You will also have an understanding of our core values:
- Empower individuals to make their own choices in a safe environment to enable them to regain their independence.
- Work with respect and dignity, valuing each individual’s experiences and circumstances and advocating for their unique needs.
- Educate on the devastating impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, local communities and society.
- Collaborate and work in partnership with other organisations to provide the best support for those impacted.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
How to Apply
Please complete the job application form below (no.5) and send to welcome@changingpathways.org.
For an informal discussion please contact Zoe at welcome@changingpathways.org or 01268 729707.
Applications should be received no later than 5pm on 29th September 2023. This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
Interviews will be held in person.
Changing Pathways is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
For information in alternative formats (for example, in braille, large print or an electronic format), please email welcome@changingpathways.org
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