Independent Advocacy Worker

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Inverness; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading voluntary organisation in Inverness is seeking an Advocacy Worker to provide one-to-one advocacy for individuals aged 16 and over, focusing on those with mental ill health, dementia, learning disabilities, and autism. Applicants should be enthusiastic and committed to empowering vulnerable individuals, with a full driving licence and transport required. Full training will be provided, and travel expenses will be covered.

Benefits

Travel expenses covered

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and approachable demeanor.
• Commitment to empowering vulnerable individuals.
• Must possess a full driving licence and access to personal transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one advocacy for individuals aged 16 and over.
• Support clients in accessing their rights as per the Mental Health (Care & Treatment) Act 2003.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

We are seeking an Advocacy Worker to join our friendly team. Advocacy Highland is a leading Highland-wide voluntary organisation, providing person-centred, independent advocacy for people with mental ill health, dementia, learning disabilities and autism. We are an organisation driven by strong values and a firm commitment to choice, dignity and social inclusion.

As an Advocacy Worker in our team, you would be providing one-to-one advocacy for people aged 16 plus under the terms of the Mental Health (Care & Treatment) Act 2003.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable individual who shares our values and commitment to helping empower vulnerable & marginalised people access their rights. Advocacy experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Post holders must be resident in Inverness & Nairn area, and able to travel to our main office in Inverness, where the post is based. You must possess a full driving licence with access to personal transport. You will be covering the area of Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch & Strathspey where travel to appointments and meetings will be necessary. Travel and out of pocket expenses will be paid.

The successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Scotland check and two suitable references.