Bank role with MindWise supporting the NIAAS appropriate adult service, with no guaranteed hours and no obligation to accept work offered. The post involves helping vulnerable adults and juveniles held in police custody to understand their situation and their rights under PACE, with advice and practical support. Availability across days, evenings and weekends is needed, with extra payments for call-outs and standby, and a driving licence and car are essential for regional travel. An Enhanced AccessNI check with barred list is required.
What the job involves
- Help detained persons understand what is happening to them and why
- Give support, advice and assistance to vulnerable adults or juveniles in a police custody suite
- Act in line with PACE provisions in Northern Ireland
- Travel regionally when required
Qualifications
- Commitment to achieving OCN level 3 in Appropriate Adults within the first year of employment
Experience
- At least 6 months supporting juveniles or mentally disordered or mentally vulnerable people
- Alternatively, 1 year's advocacy and guidance support in another care setting
Skills & knowledge
- Experience of basic computer packages, the internet and email
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced AccessNI check with barred list
- Current driving licence
- Access to a car
Other
- Able to travel throughout Northern Ireland if required
- Living within approximately 20 miles of the PSNI Derry/Londonderry Custody Suite
- Alignment with MindWise's core values: Passion, Respect, Empathy, Togetherness, Openness and Transparency
What’s offered
- £25 for each daytime disturbance call
- £30 for each night-time disturbance call
- Standby allowance of £2.00 per hour
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
