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Advocate
When We Need You
From 17/06/2003 onwards
About Opportunity
The Patients Advocacy Service works with patients residing at the State Hosptial. We work with patients from all over Scotland and Northern Ireland who have differing needs and abilities. This is a valuable opportunity to work with vlunerable group of people who are often ignored, misrepresented and mistrusted by society.
Availability
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About Patients Advocacy Service
The Patients Advocacy Service works in a unique environment in Scotland with some of the most vulnerable people within the mental health system. We aim to provide information, support and representation to as many of the patients living in the state hospital as possible
Skills & Experience
Assertive, good communicators, good listener, willing to learn
Travel Details
Advocates work with patients within the State Hospital at Carstairs and all travel expenses will be paid. Dumfries and Galloway area.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check
Training and Induction Details
Advocate initially undertake 6 weeks training comprising of 6 modules dedicated to Advocacy. After training there is a period of monitored advocating. Advocates are supported by advocacy staff and a management committee, as well as receiving on going tr
Work Type
Advocacy / Human Rights
Client Group
Mental health
Expenses Detail
We pay public transport rates and car use which is re-imbursed at the end of each month. Rate is 35p per mile
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
No minimum commitment required.
Minimum Age
No minimum age has been specified for this opportunity
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
12-89
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
the hub
24-26 Friars Vennel
DG1 2RL
Contact: Volunteer Action Dumfries and Galloway
Tel: 01387 267311
Email: info@volunteeraction.co.uk
Website: http://www.volunteeractio...
