AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Community Engagement Officer to join our team. As a Community Engagement Officer, you will play a vital role in fostering positive relationships between AdvoCard and the wider community as we begin our new Digital Advocacy Project. You will be responsible for developing and implementing outreach strategies to engage community organisations, health professionals and advocacy partners with the aim towards building and maintaining robust referral pathways into the project.

Essential

• Knowledge of mental health conditions and the barriers to digital communication.
• Experience of managing your own workload.
• Experience of engagement work, outreach, or related roles.

Desirable skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with diverse audiences and build rapport.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Passion for making a positive impact in the community and a commitment to social change.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and advance career growth.
• 42 days holiday per year
• Employees Assistance programme including access to 1 – 1 counselling support

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

As an advocacy worker with our PSU advocacy service, you will support people who identify as having problematic substance use to make supported decisions; by supporting them to have their voice hear, providing help to articulating their needs and providing them with information on their rights in relation to their recovery treatment

Essential

• Knowledge of and/or experience of working in the recovery sector in Edinburgh
• Knowledge of stigma and the barriers that stigma can cause to individuals seeking treatment.

Desirable skills

• Lived experience of problematic substance use
• Knowledge of mental health conditions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Passion for making a positive impact in the community and a commitment to social change.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development opportunities to enhance skills and advance career growth.
• 42 days holiday per year
• Employees Assistance programme including access to 1 – 1 counselling support

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. With a primary focus on providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work tirelessly to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. We also collaborate with various advocacy partners to collectively champion the rights and needs of our service users.

As part of our ongoing expansion efforts, we are now seeking 2 dedicated and passionate Advocacy Workers to join our existing Outreach Team. In this role, you will play a crucial role in our mission to provide drop-in services and outreach support across different localities in Edinburgh.

What you can expect from us:

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working options to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive staff wellbeing support, including access to group counselling and peer support to promote your overall well-being.
• 36 days of annual leave plus 6 public holidays per year (pro rata).
• Full induction training to familiarise you with our organisation, values, and advocacy practices.
• Ongoing personal development plan to support your professional growth and enhance your skills and knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct individual advocacy work, providing support and representation for individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use.
• Work collaboratively with the Outreach Team to deliver high-quality drop-in services and outreach support in various localities.
• Empower and enable individuals to voice their concerns, exercise their rights, and actively participate in decisions regarding their own lives.
• Engage with a diverse range of individuals and communities, building trust and rapport to effectively understand their unique needs and challenges.

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in advocacy, social care, or a related field in either the statutory or third sector.
• Strong understanding of mental health issues and the challenges faced by individuals with mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with service users, partners, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and a proactive approach to advocacy work.
• Commitment to upholding the rights and dignity of individuals.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to mental health advocacy is desirable.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated individual with a genuine passion for supporting the voices of those who struggle to be heard, we would love to hear from you. Join us at AdvoCard and make a difference in the lives of individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use.

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are currently recruiting for a full time advocacy worker to provide Maternity Cover to our Mental Health advocacy team based at Royal Edinburgh Hospital. If you can bring commitment, innovation and a real passion for supporting the individual voices of those who struggle to be heard, we want to hear from you.

To be successful, you will have a background working in advocacy, social care or a related field in either the statutory or third sector.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at AdvoCard.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities. This will help us to ensure that our staff team represents the people who use our service. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health conditions or problematic substance use.

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are now recruiting for the following posts

1x advocacy worker to join our busy team providing advocacy support to those who identify as having a mental health condition and or problematic substance use - Full time (36.25 hours Monday to Friday. May consider 2 x part time posts

1 x advocacy worker to join our prison advocacy service providing advocacy support to prisoners of Edinburgh Prison - Part time (10 hours per week)

We are a flexible working employer and hours offered for each post can be negotiated, for the right candidate.

If you can bring commitment, innovation and a real passion for supporting the individual voices of those who struggle to be heard, we want to hear from you.

To be successful, you will have a background working in advocacy, social care or a related field in either the statutory or third sector.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at AdvoCard.

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and communities. This will help us to ensure that our staff team represents the people who use our service. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental health conditions or problematic substance use.

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are currently expanding the service that we offer to provide drop ins and outreach work in each of the localities in Edinburgh and are looking to recruit an advocacy worker to join our existing Outreach Team.

If you can bring commitment, innovation and a real passion for supporting the individual and collective voices of those who struggle to be heard, we want to hear from you.

To be successful, you will have a background working in advocacy, social care or a related field in either the statutory or third sector.

AdvoCard is an independent advocacy provider in Edinburgh. We support a variety of people to have a stronger voice, and have as much control as possible over their lives. We provide support to people of all ages with mental health issues, and most of our work relates to people subject to mental health law interventions.

We are looking for a new worker to join our busy and dynamic team, delivering advocacy to people in hospital, and at home, in Edinburgh. The post holder will provide independent advocacy on a one to one basis; supporting, informing and representing peoples wishes, as well as safeguarding their rights.

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are looking for an experienced Finance and Admin Officer to provide support to the efficient and effective running of the charity. They will be responsible for the day to day management of AdvoCard’s financial systems, including the provision of information for payroll and the payment of invoices, the maintenance of record systems and various administrative functions.

We are looking for someone with experience of practical bookkeeping and thorough knowledge and understanding of financial systems including use of financial software. You will also have excellent IT skills and the ability to work as part of a small team while organising and prioritising your own work.

The hours can be worked flexibly and will be home based, with some work at the two AdvoCard bases in Edinburgh required on occasion.

For an informal discussion please contact Rebecca Barr, CEO, on 07423663284.

AdvoCard is a well-established and highly regarded advocacy organisation in Edinburgh. Primarily providing independent advocacy to individuals affected by mental ill-health and/or problematic substance use, we work individually and collectively with a range of advocacy partners to ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld.

We are looking to recruit 4 workers who will provide advocacy across Edinburgh. The posts are based in the community but may also involve working in the Royal Edinburgh Hospital when needed.

Advocacy Worker (OutReach)

3 year fixed term contract

1 x FT post - 36.25 hours per week

Starting salary £23781, rising to £26325

Advocacy Worker ( Welfare Reform)

Two year rolling contract

1 x PT Post 24 hours per week

Starting salary £23,781, rising to £26,325 ( pro rata)

Advocacy Worker ( Problematic Substance Use)

1 year fixed term contract

1 x PT post 18 hours per week

Starting salary £23,781, rising to £26,325 ( pro rata)

Lived experience of problematic substance use is desirable for this post.

Advocacy Project Worker ( Problematic Substance Use)

1 year fixed term contract

1 x PT 18 hours per week

Starting salary £23,781, rising to £26,325 ( pro rata)

Lived experience of problematic substance use is desirable for this post.

If you can bring commitment, innovation and a real passion for supporting the individual and collective voices of those who struggle to be heard, we want to hear from you.