Do you have a passion for advocating for vulnerable individuals? Are you driven to make a real difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a role where every day is different and offers a chance to give people a voice? If so, keep reading! We are currently looking for a Relevant Person's Paid Representative to join our vibrant and dedicated team based ideally in Leicester or Scunthorpe!
As a Relevant Person's Paid Representative, you will support a diverse range of vulnerable adults, frequently with profound and multiple needs. You will leverage your experience to provide persuasive verbal and written representations, working independently and with professional discretion. You will handle sensitive information responsibly, travel regularly to visit beneficiaries, and ensure their voices are heard and their rights upheld. Although your main base will be from home you will ideally be located in either Leicestershire or Scunthorpe, with regular travel to visit beneficiaries across the East Midlands including North Lincolnshire & surrounding areas, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.
Hours of Work: This position is flexible, available as 1x full-time (37 hours) or split into 2x part-time roles. Please specify your preference in the application.
Relevant Person's Paid Representative Requirements:
* Proven experience working with vulnerable adults, especially in health and social care settings.
* Strong knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.
* Excellent communication and time management skills.
* Fluency in handling highly sensitive information securely.
* Full driver's licence and access to your own transport.
Relevant Person's Paid Representative Benefits:
* Competitive salary starting at �23,088.00 per annum, dependent on experience.
* 25 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).
* Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan Cover.
* Death in service benefit.
* Option to buy up to 5 days additional annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).
* Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas.
* 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
* Bike to work scheme.
Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do
At POhWER, we are dedicated to promoting equality, challenging unfairness, and providing high-quality information, advice, and advocacy services for disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals. We are a registered charity operating across England and believe in giving people a voice and ensuring it is heard.
If you think you have what it takes to excel as a Relevant Person's Paid Representative, don't wait! Apply now!
Closing Date: 9am Monday 24 th June 2024
Interview Dates: Thursday 27 th June 2024 TBC in Scunthorpe & Leicestershire (other dates and locations may be possible).
POhWER is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are committed to positive disability inclusion, guaranteeing an interview for disabled applicants who meet all essential criteria. Apply now and help us make a meaningful impact!
