At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide face-to-face support and advocate for individuals in need across various settings.
- Company: Join a dedicated advocacy service making a real difference in Derbyshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent position, and the chance to help others.
- Other info: Work with diverse groups and gain invaluable experience in social care.
- Why this job: Empower individuals and be their voice in crucial decision-making processes.
- Qualifications: Passion for advocacy and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26226 - 27500 £ per year.
Independent Advocate - Derbyshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (permanent)
Salary: Trainee Advocate 26,226 FTE / Qualified Advocate 27,500 FTE
Location: Derby or Chesterfield
Responsibilities:
- This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our advocacy service in Derbyshire.
- The role will involve providing face-to-face support to people and supporting them at meetings with professionals.
- The primary focus will be on IMHA/Care Act work, with a requirement to carry out other advocacy roles in line with service demand.
- For people who lack the capacity to make specific decisions, you will obtain and share their views with health or social care professionals involved in making best‑interest decisions on their behalf.
- Your role will include representing people who are subject to the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and supporting people through safeguarding processes.
- This role includes supporting people of all ages.
- You will work with people with dementia, learning disabilities, autistic people, people with physical and sensory impairment, people with an acquired brain injury, and those with a mental health need.
- You will work with people who live in care settings, in their own homes, and in mental health units.
We think you need these skills to ace Advocate – Derbyshire
Advocacy Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Understanding of IMHA/Care Act
Knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
Safeguarding Processes
Empathy
