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Advocate
When We Need You
From 10/11/2005 onwards
About Opportunity
A volunteer advocate's work may include providing information on the options available to clients providing support and encouragement for them to speak for themselves, attending meetings, reviews and possibly tribunals where the client feels unable or uncomfortable in doing this for themselves. Full training and support will be provided.
Availability
Flexible
About Children in Scotland
Advocacy Grampian aims to provide advocates for patients/carers and young people with addittional support needs within the education system to help them to access their rights under the new education Scotland act. 2004
Skills & Experience
An interest in additional support for learning. Empathy for clients. Self confidence and the ability to speak out on client's behalf. Ability to deal with education professionals and officials. A non -judgemental and open minded attitude.
Travel Details
At venues to be arranged between advocate and client. Training will take place at suitable venues. Own transport would be useful, but is not necessary. Travel costs will be reimbursed.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Induction in advocacy skills & education plus self study pack for volunteers to complete. Regular supervision sessions plus regular training/group supervision meetings.
Work Type
Advocacy / Human Rights
Client Group
Human / Civil rights/ Justice
Expenses Detail
All transport costs will be reimbursed.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
6
Reference Code
3-793
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Office 17, Aberdeen Business Centre
Willowbank Road
ABERDEEN
AB11 6YG
Contact: Linda Paterson
Tel: 01224 332304
Email: lpaterson@childreninscotland.o...
Website: http://www.childreninscot...

