Community Access & Empowerment Navigator

Ayrshire Independent Living Network; Ardrossan; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayrshire Independent Living Network in Ardrossan, Scotland is seeking a Community Navigator to empower disabled people, unpaid carers and those with long-term conditions to access services and community resources. Your focus is person-centered support, reducing barriers, and promoting independence and wellbeing.

You will build connections with local services, advocate for clients, and contribute to safeguarding and professional practice while maintaining accurate case records and reporting on

Responsibilities

• Work one-to-one with people to identify goals, needs, and priorities
• Provide practical guidance to access services, benefits, and activities
• Help navigate health, social care, housing, welfare and community supports; support self-advocacy
• Build knowledge of local resources and promote inclusive opportunities
• Liaise with statutory and third-sector providers and attend multi-agency meetings
• Maintain confidential case records and contribute to reporting and service improvement

Job description

Ayrshire Independent Living Network in Ardrossan, Scotland is seeking a Community Navigator to empower disabled people, unpaid carers and those with long-term conditions to access services and community resources. Your focus is person-centered support, reducing barriers, and promoting independence and wellbeing.

You will build connections with local services, advocate for clients, and contribute to safeguarding and professional practice while maintaining accurate case records and reporting on