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? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Independent Advocate to join our Northamptonshire team. This role covers statutory advocacy services including Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy, Independent Mental Health Advocacy and Care Act Advocacy. The post will be home based working across West Northamptonshire including providing advocacy support for the Deaf and hard of hearing people in care homes and on hospital wards in our area.
As an Independent Advocate, you will provide crucial support to vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges. Your role involves delivering persuasive 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.
You will need to have experience of working with Deaf people and providing BSL communication support. Due to this specific element of this role, a minimum proficiency of level 3 British Sign Language is required.
Hours of Work: Part Time: 22.2 hours, 3 days per week working between Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
Location: Home based with travel across West Northamptonshire and the surrounding area (Applicants must live within the area or within reasonable distance to the area; have a full driver's licence and access to their own transport. Expenses paid within the West Northamptonshire area)
Salary: �13,852.80 - �13,975.20 (Full time equivalent �23,088.00 - �23,292.00) per annum (D.O.E)
Contract Type: Permanent
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 in the Community and also within secure Mental Health settings.
* Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.
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
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.
We provide a full induction, training and equipment including
