Independent Mental Health Advocate in Cardiff

3 weeks ago


Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Advocacy Support Cymru ASC Full time

The post holder will provide support to people in relation to their medication, treatment and care, ensuring that they understand and can access their rights, within the context of Independent Advocacy as set out in the Advocacy Charter and Code of Practice. IMHAs are expected to provide a duty advocacy role as part of a rota which includes occasional Saturday working. (There is no additional payment for this, although time off in lieu is given)

To provide an Independent Mental Health Advocacy Service to Welsh Qualifying Patients in hospitals and registered settings as required by the Mental Health Act (2007 Amendment) and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010

About You

You will have significant experience working with vulnerable adults and/or children, either within health or social care setting, or indirectly, for example as a carer. You will understand and have experience of working effectively in an intra-agency context with Health and Social Care Professionals. Previous direct experience in the role would be preferred but training will be provided.

Essential Information

  • There are two positions available, both based in our Cardiff office. You must be able to drive and have access to a car during the working week.
  • The starting salary for this role is £24,725 based on a 37 hour week.
  • One role is Full Time at 37 hours per week, and the other Part Time at 32 hours per week.

All successful candidates will require an enhanced DBS check.

Closing Date: 17:00, 29 April 2024.

Interviews will be conducted in English.



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