Advocate
Essex region
Permanent
Part-time or full-time considered / salary will be pro rata for part-time hours
£22,500 - £28,000 per year (dependent on experience and advocacy qualifications held)
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care or have corporate office experience but are looking for a career change / new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to vulnerable people who need support?
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
We are looking for a new Advocate to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need. Our client are open to consider applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support, along with those who already have experience of supporting vulnerable people in a community based setting.
Role overview:
* Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
* You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relatin...