Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Are you ready to take on a role that impacts your community? We are currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Independent Advocates to join our vibrant team in Wolverhampton!
You will be supporting parents through Families First for Children Pathfinder [FFCP].
As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to help parents understand child protection processes and the information that is being shared with them. You will help them engage with practitioners in a collaborative way; and to support them during child protection conferences ensuring they understand what is being discussed and agreed and that their voices are heard throughout the child protection process.
Your role involves delivering verbal and written representations on behalf of clients, collaborating with public and voluntary organisations, and taking directed actions to address client issues. This role demands flexibility, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information confidently. We provide a full induction and training, equipment including a laptop and mobile phone.
This role may extend beyond March 2025 subject to funding.
Hours of Work: Full-time 37 hours, working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Location: Home based with travel around the Wolverhampton area.
Contract type: Fixed term until 31 st March 2025 (may extend beyond March 2025 subject to funding)
Independent Advocate Requirements:
* Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
* Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
* Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.
Desirable:
* Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
* Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
* Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.
Independent Advocate Benefits:
* (Full time equivalent �23,088.00 - �23,292.00 per annum) dependent on experience + Benefits! 25 days annual leave (pro rata), with the option to buy up to 5 additional days.
* Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan Cover.
* Death in service benefit.
* Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas.
* 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
* Bike to work scheme.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients' best interests.
Think you are the perfect fit for this Independent Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!
Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 1st November 2024 (We reserve the right to close the vacancy early)
Interview Date: TBC
For an informal discussion please contact 0300 456 2370 and ask for a call back from the recruiting manager.
An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.
POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in P
