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Vulnerable Adults Advocate

2 months ago


Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, United Kingdom POhWER Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Relevant Person's Paid Representative. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are upheld.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide persuasive verbal and written representations to support vulnerable adults in various settings.
  • Work independently and with professional discretion to handle sensitive information and make informed decisions.
  • Travel regularly to visit beneficiaries, building strong relationships and trust.
  • Ensure beneficiaries' voices are heard and their rights are upheld, advocating on their behalf when necessary.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to provide comprehensive support services.
Requirements
  • Proven experience working with vulnerable adults, preferably in a health and social care setting.
  • Understanding of Safeguarding and Deprivation of Liberty principles.
  • Excellent communication and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
  • Intermediate Word, Excel, and Outlook skills, with the ability to learn new software.
  • Experience in handling highly sensitive information securely.
  • Full driver's license and access to your own transport.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary starting at £23,088.00 per annum, dependent on experience.
  • 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).
  • Travel expenses paid from home.
  • Advocacy Qualification paid for by POhWER.
  • Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan Cover.
  • Death in service benefit.
  • Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).
  • Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas.
  • 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
  • Bike to work scheme.
About POhWER

At POhWER, we are dedicated to promoting equality, challenging unfairness, and providing high-quality information, advice, and advocacy services for disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals. We are a registered charity operating across England and believe in giving people a voice and ensuring it is heard.

We are an inclusive employer, committed to providing a comprehensive induction and training programme with ongoing support for your continued development.