You may also be interested in
Recently Viewed
Adviser
When We Need You
From 27/07/2006 onwards
About Opportunity
The role of CAB adviser is varied and includes: 1. Interviewing clients in person or on the telephone to identify their problems. 2. Using the bureau's information system to gather the relevant information. 3. Explaining to clients the options they have and what the consequences might be. 4. Offering practical assistance, i.e. writing letters, making phone calls, filling in forms. Once you are trained as a generalist adviser, there is opportunity to specialise .e.g. as a money advice worker, court worker.
Availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | ||
| Morning | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| Afternoon | X | X | X | X | X | |||
| Evening | X |
About Aberdeen Citizens Advice Bureau
To provide advice, information, advocacy negotiation and representation to anyone in the community.
Skills & Experience
Good listener, open minded and non-judgemental. Full training will be given.
Travel Details
North End of Union Street (is on all bus routes) Opposite E & M's.
Requirements
Application Form, Informal Chat, References
Training and Induction Details
Introductory Training twice yearly and ongoing training throughout year. Introductory 13 week training programme covering basic subject areas. Initial shadowing of experienced adviser, and once trained you will also have a mentor to support/assist you.
Work Type
Advice / Information giving
Client Group
Human / Civil rights/ Justice
Expenses Detail
Public transport rate - paid monthly.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
6 hours per Week. Minimum Commitment: --Select Option--
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
10
Reference Code
1-101
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
41A Union Street
Aberdeen
Scotland
AB11 5BN
Contact: Joan Stephen
Tel: 01224 569750
Email: bureau@aberdeencab.casonline.o...
Website: http://www.cas.org.uk
