Are You Passionate About Equality and Advocacy? Ready to Empower Others? Want to Drive Change in Your Community?
Our client is excited to offer full-time and part-time opportunities for dedicated Independent Advocates to join their vibrant team in Liverpool. The team provides Independent Advocacy within Secure Services across Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidates will deliver Independent Advocacy, with one role being a dedicated Culturally Appropriate Independent Advocate.
As an Independent Advocate, you will support vulnerable adults facing significant health and social care challenges.
The Culturally Appropriate Independent Advocate will focus on supporting individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds within Secure Mersey Care Mental Health Hospital sites. This role will also involve working with the Mersey Care Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Leads and supporting engagement activities.
Candidates should have a good understanding of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic cultures and a passion for supporting people from minority ethnic backgrounds to access mental health care and treatment, especially where there is unmet need.
Both roles involve providing advocacy, participating in drop-ins, and offering tailored support that respects cultural backgrounds. Your work will empower vulnerable adults, helping them navigate and access necessary mental health services, advocating for their needs, and ensuring their voices are heard and acted upon.
You will deliver persuasive verbal and written representations on their behalf, collaborate with various professionals, and take actions to address clients' issues. The role requires flexibility, excellent communication skills, and confidence in handling sensitive information.
You will work proactively in Secure Hospital settings, following security protocols. Relevant training will be provided during a comprehensive induction.
We encourage applicants from ethnic minority backgrounds to apply.
Hours of Work: Both Full-Time and Part-Time hours available: Full-time is 37 hours, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Part-time hours are to be discussed with the Recruitment Manager.
Location: Office based at the Advocacy Office, Maghull Health Park, L31 1FN, with flexibility to work from home. Applicants must live within the area and be able to travel to other Mersey Care sites.
Starting Salary: Full-time salary equivalent - £24,242.40 per annum; Part-time salary will be pro-rata.
Contract Type: Permanent
Independent Advocate Requirements:
* Strong communication and time management skills for remote work.
* Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the ability to learn software such as client management databases.
* Attention to detail for accurate record-keeping and reporting within tight deadlines.
Desirable:
* Experience in advocacy, information and advice, or similar roles within health, social care, or voluntary sectors.
* Experience working in secure settings and managing risk.
* Experience working with vulnerable adults.
* Knowledge of public and voluntary organizations.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 30 days after 5 years), with options to buy or sell up to 5 days, plus your birthday off after 1 year.
* Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas, up to 4 additional leave days.
* 1 Community Leave Day per year.
* Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan covering optical, dental, alternative therapies, and more.
* Auto-enrolment Pension plan.
* Death in Service cover.
* Bike to Work scheme.
About the Organization: They are committed to empowering individuals and amplifying their voices. They provide advocacy and information services to help people make informed decisions about their health and social care. Their team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and acting in their clients' best interests.
Interested in this Independent Advocate role? Apply now!
Closing Date: 9AM, Friday 23rd May 2025
Interview Date: 4th & 5th June 2025
For an informal discussion, contact 0300 456 2370 and ask for a call back from the Recruitment Manager.
An Enhanced DBS check will be conducted for this position.
They proudly support their armed forces colleagues through the Armed Forces Covenant (August 2024).
They are an equal opportunities employer, hold the Investors in People Silver award, and are a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. They are a Level 2 Disability Confidence employer, guaranteeing interviews for disabled applicants meeting all essential criteria.
The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, especially from underrepresented groups, including people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian, and other racially minoritized people, and LGBTQ+ community members.
They offer inclusive employment policies, flexible working, and employee networks to support diverse backgrounds.
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