Advocacy Co-ordinator vacancy

West Dunbartonshire/Hybrid working

30 uair sa tseachtain

£27,874 – £30,570 pro-rata

Táimid ag cur tacaíocht abhcóideachta ar fáil do chónaitheoirí Dhún Breatann Thiar agus Earra-Ghàidheal agus Bhòid le breis agus breis 20 blianta.

Tar éis leathnú ar ár seirbhísí chun tacú le daoine fásta a bhfuil dúshlán ag andúile orthu agus ardú céime inmheánach, we have a vacancy for an Advocacy Coordinator.

Based in our Dumbarton Head Office, the role combines the delivery of direct advocacy services, the supervision of Advocacy Workers and a responsibility for the work of a small team. Focussed on delivering our core advocacy support to those with a Mental Illness, the elderly and frail and those detained in Hospital but ready to leave, and vulnerable adults in the community requiring support.

We are seeking an individual with an understanding of and a commitment to the Principles of Independent Advocacy. The successful applicant will:

· Have experience of working in the social work/ social care sector

· Ability to or experience of supervising staff

· An understanding of the issues facing vulnerable adults and those with mental health challenges

· An ability to represent the views, interests and needs of vulnerable adults

· Excellent verbal communication and listening skills

· A commitment to uphold the human rights of all

· Good organisation skills and ability to manage own workload

· Demonstrable commitment to the principles of empowerment and self-determination.

· Ability to travel independently throughout West Dunbartonshire and Glasgow.

For more information or an informal discussion please contact Charlie Coggrave or Caroline McAllister on 01389 726543.

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