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Advocacy Volunteer

HoardingUK Ltd

You will be providing advocacy support for people impacted by hoarding behaviour who may be facing a variety of situations including legal, financial, psychological and discriminatory abuse/neglect. You will be working with trained colleagues to alleviate housing, mental health, benefits and other problems experienced by HUK’s participants.

Detailed Description

The role consists of: • Volunteering at HUK a minimum of one half-day (4 hours) each week. • Providing accurate and timely support to those using the service. • Supporting queries by providing appropriate information on support services. • Complying with HUK's case-management procedures, training program and other relevant policies and procedures. You will be providing advocacy support for people impacted by hoarding behaviour who may be facing a variety of situations including legal, financial, psychological and discriminatory abuse/neglect. You will be working with trained colleagues to alleviate housing, mental health, benefits and other problems experienced by HUK’s participants.

Activities you will be doing

Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Legal

What skills are required for this role

Counselling

Why these skills are required

• Students currently undertaking a degree in sociology, health and social care, law, or social work. • Trainees/ professionals with interest/experience in mental health, housing, social, leagal • The ability to work sensitively and professionally with people facing difficult circumstances.

What is in it for you

Free training on hoarding behaviour, advocacy and other relevant areas will be provided. Free mandatory individual supervision.

Time Commitment

Four hours a week for 20 weeks.

EC1V7ET

Suite 103 Davina House 137-149 Goswell Road London EC1V 7ET

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18 and over
We Welcome
HoardingUK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.​ Applicants will not be negatively assessed if they request support for the application process. HUK promotes equality of opportunity for all, through diversity, giving each individual the chance to achieve their potential, free from prejudice and discrimination. If applicants need support they will not be negatively assessed, instead helped through the process. Please get in touch.