Appropriate Aduly

Carr Gomm are looking for are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us in delivering an Appropriate Adult Service in Dundee, working on a self-employed basis.
The primary objective of the Service is to ensure, as far as possible, that no member of the community is disadvantaged by their mental disorder during any police process.

The role of the Appropriate Adult is completely independent from the Police.

**What is an Appropriate Adult?**

Appropriate Adults provide communication support to vulnerable victims, witnesses, suspects and accused persons, aged 16 and over, during police investigations and other investigatory bodies as set out in the Criminal Justice (Scotland) Act 2016 and “the 2019 regulations” Appropriate Adults, Guidance for Local Authorities.

An appropriate adult is not there to give legal advice; this is the role of the solicitor.

**Definition of Mental Disorder**:
The definition of a mental disorder is as described in the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Scotland Act 2003 and includes the following:

- Mental Health Issues
- Learning Disability
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Dementia

**Who can be an Appropriate Adult?**

- Someone who can be available to be called upon at any time during the day/night, in line with rota requirements. We are particularly looking for individuals who can be available overnight and commit to at least 4 days out of 7.
- Available to attend any call out within one and a half hours of receiving the request.
- Experience in the field of mental health, learning disabilities, dementia, autism and/or acquired brain injuries.
- Ability to work under pressure, sometimes in an oppressive environment
- Be reliable.
- Have a non-judgemental attitude.
- Acknowledge confidentiality.

**What can we offer?**

- An opportunity to provide communication support to individuals with mental disorders within the Criminal Justice System.
- Full training and support.
- Supervision.
- Remuneration in the form of:

- Annual retainer fee.
- Hourly attendance fee.
- Out of pocket travel expenses.

AA Role Description

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