Welfare & Benefits Outreach Advocate

AWD RECRUITMENT LTD; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AWD RECRUITMENT LTD is offering an opportunity for a Benefits and Welfare Advisor (Outreach Worker) to support residents in accessing financial assistance and improving their wellbeing. You will provide expert advice on welfare entitlements, assist with claims, and advocate for residents facing financial hardships.

The role involves working closely with various agencies, promoting financial education, and ensuring that residents are empowered to manage their financial stability. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing welfare benefits advice or casework.
• Understanding of the UK welfare benefits system.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice for benefits claims.
• Advocate for residents with DWP and agencies.
• Assist residents in managing financial issues.
• Educate residents on their rights and responsibilities.

Skills

Welfare benefits advice

Communication skills

Advocacy skills

Organizational skills

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Record management systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AWD RECRUITMENT LTD is offering an opportunity for a Benefits and Welfare Advisor (Outreach Worker) to support residents in accessing financial assistance and improving their wellbeing. You will provide expert advice on welfare entitlements, assist with claims, and advocate for residents facing financial hardships.

The role involves working closely with various agencies, promoting financial education, and ensuring that residents are empowered to manage their financial stability. A DBS check is required.