Advocacy Co-ordinator – Drug & Alcohol Recovery Project
17.5 hours per week, £13,167 per annum
Advocacy Highland, in partnership with Partners in Advocacy, are undertaking an exciting new project funded by Highland Alcohol & Drug Partnership to provide independent advocacy for adults aged 16+ who have lived or living experience of dependence or recovery relating from alcohol and/or drug misuse. Initially the programme of work will cover Inverness City, northwards to include Dingwall, Alness, Invergordon and south to Carrbridge.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable individual who shares our values and commitment to helping empower vulnerable & marginalised people to secure their rights and have their voices heard.
Advocacy experience or lived experience of drug/alcohol issues is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be provided for the successful candidate.
You will be locally based, within the parameters of the project area, working from your own home providing independent advocacy for this exciting new project. You will need to be able to work flexibly, using your own initiative. You must possess a full driving license for business purposes and have access to personal transport. Travel and out of pocket expenses will be paid in addition to salary. The successful applicant will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Scotland check and references.
Closing Date: 30th June 2023
For more information, please call Maya on 01463 233460.