Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (Part Time)

Orange Recruitment; Swansea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a dedicated advocate to support clients who lack capacity, ensuring their rights are upheld under the Mental Capacity Act 2005. This role involves working closely with health and social care professionals to provide essential advocacy services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supporting vulnerable individuals and will possess a deep understanding of advocacy principles. Join a passionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of those in need. Training will be provided for the right candidate, making this an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable adults or children in health or social care.
• Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to clients lacking capacity and implement safeguards.
• Travel efficiently within the Advocacy Support Cymru area.

Skills

Advocacy Support

Experience with Vulnerable Adults

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act 2005

Interagency Collaboration

Education

Relevant Health or Social Care Qualification

Job description

About Us

Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) is a registered charity with offices in Cardiff and Swansea. We provide Independent Mental Health and Mental Capacity Advocacy Services across most of South Wales, employing 44 employees.

About the role

The post holder will provide support to clients who lack capacity and to implement the safeguards of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 or the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. They will provide non-instructed advocacy (NIA) support to people who lack capacity to make specific decisions and who have no-one else to support them. The successful candidate will travel efficiently and effectively within the Advocacy Support Cymru area of operation.

This role will operate within the Hywel Dda University Health Board Area.

About you

You will have experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, either within health or social care setting, or indirectly, for example as a carer. You will understand and have experience of working effectively in an intra-agency context with Health and Social Care Professionals. Knowledge of the role of the Independent Mental Capacity Advocate as defined in the Mental Capacity Act 2005 is essential.

Previous direct experience in the role would be preferred but training will be provided.

Essential Information

The salary band for the role is £20,047 to £23,677, based on a 30 hour week.

This post is for 30 hours a week.

All successful candidates will require an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 5pm, 16 May 2025.

Only successful candidates will be contacted for interview. Interviews will be conducted in English.