Independent Mental health Advocate (CAMHS)

Together for Mental Wellbeing; Rampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established charity is looking for an Independent Mental Health Advocate to enhance the lives of young patients. In this pivotal role, you will provide essential advocacy services, ensuring that the voices of young individuals are heard and respected. You will work closely with a dedicated team, gaining invaluable experience in a supportive environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your professional skills in the mental health sector. If you are passionate about supporting young people and have the experience needed, this role could be your next step.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in advocacy or mental health services.
• Willingness to undergo training and gain qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent advocacy to qualifying patients.
• Work across multiple wards and participate in training.

Skills

Advocacy experience

Mental health services knowledge

Working with young people

Education

National Advocacy Qualification level 4

Job description

Independent Mental Health Advocate (CAMHS)

Position Overview

Together for Mental Wellbeing is seeking an Independent Mental Health Advocate to join our Advocacy service based at The Lookout CAMHS inpatient service in Nottingham. This role involves providing independent mental health advocacy and generic advocacy to qualifying patients, including individuals detained under specific sections of the Mental Health Act ’83.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experience in advocacy or within mental health services, working directly with young people in a professional or caring role for at least 3 years.
2. Ability to work across multiple wards and participate in mandatory breakaway and physical disengagement training annually.
3. Hold or be willing to work towards a National Advocacy Qualification level 4 (specialist module working with young people and children) within the first year.
4. Willingness to gain experience working with adults at Wells Road forensic low secure hospital.
5. Enhanced DBS check required for both young people and adults.

Details

• Workdays: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week
• Application deadline: May 31, 2025
• Location: Rampton High Secure Service
• Salary: £27,323.48 (pro-rata) plus £620 (pro-rata) geographical allowance per year
• Reporting to: Rebecca Lilley

Benefits & Diversity

Download the PDF for benefits details. We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available during recruitment.

About Together for Mental Wellbeing

We are a national charity supporting individuals with mental health issues to lead fulfilling, independent lives. Founded in 1879, we operate in approximately 70 locations across England, offering community support, accommodation, advocacy, and criminal justice services.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Review
3. Interview
4. Hired

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