Are You Passionate About Advocacy? Do You Want to Make a Difference in People's Lives? Are You Ready for a Challenging Yet Rewarding Role? We have an exciting opportunity for a Secure & Complex Services Advocate to join our dynamic team at Priory Stockton Hall.
As a Secure & Complex Services Advocate, you will be based onsite at the Priory Stockton Hall secure mental health unit supporting a diverse range of vulnerable adults with profound and multiple needs. You'll champion their voices, provide persuasive verbal and written representations, and work in partnership with clients and professionals. Your mission will be to understand, explore, and act on issues faced by those who need it the most. You will be a key player in creating positive outcomes through effective advocacy.
Hours of Work: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week, working agreed days between Monday to Friday (9 am - 5 pm)
Location: Office based; Priory Stockton Hall. (Applicants must live within the area; have a full driver's licence and access to their own transport)
Salary: �14,040.00 - �14,164.05 (Full time equivalent �23,088.00 - �23,292.00 per annum, dependent on experience)
Contract type: Permanent
Secure & Complex Services Advocate Requirements:
- Outstanding communication skills with a strong passion for supporting vulnerable people.
- Experience working with vulnerable adults, especially those affected by significant health and social care issues.
- Ability to handle highly sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality.
- Proven track record in advocacy, information, and advice roles, ideally in health, social care, or voluntary settings.
- Residence within commutable distance of Elm Park and Sutton Manor Hospitals, with a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years' service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years' service!
- Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
- 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
- Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
- Auto enrolment Pension plan
- Death in service cover.
- Bike to work scheme.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
POhWER is a leading advocacy and support provider dedicated to empowering vulnerable individuals to voice their needs and concerns. Our mission is to ensure that everyone receives the help they deserve, and their rights are upheld. By joining us, you become part of a committed team known for its integrity and excellence.
Think you're the perfect fit for this Secure & Complex Services Advocate role? Don't wait! Apply now and be a part of our mission to bring positive change to those who need it the most.
Closing Date: Thursday 5th December 2024
Interview Date: TBC
Location of Interviews: Remote (via Zoom or Microsoft Teams)
For an informal discussion please contact 0300 456 2370 and ask for a call back from the recruitment manager.
An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.
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