Specialist Advocate - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Advocacy Support Cymru ASC

Description

This role is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund

Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) is a registered charity with offices in Cardiff and Swansea. We provide Independent Mental Health and Mental Capacity Advocacy Services across most of South Wales, employing 44 employees.

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.

Previous direct experience in the role would be preferred but training will be provided.

This is a Specialist role to provide support to adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism.

The post holder will ensure the person feels empowered, their voices are heard and human rights are protected, in line with the context of Independent Advocacy as set out in the Advocacy Charter and Code of Practice.

You must be able to drive and have access to a car during the working week.

• This role is for a fixed term contract of 1 year.
• This role is full time at 37 hours per week.

Interviews will be conducted in English.

Mae Advocacy Support Cymru (ASC) yn elusen gofrestredig sydd â swyddfeydd yng Nghaerdydd ac Abertawe.