CHAI
CHAI

Charity registered in Scotland SC027594

Community Help & Advice Initiative (CHAI) delivers a range of social welfare and housing support services to residents of West and South Edinburgh.


Current vacancies

Senior Money Adviser

  • Full time
  • £30,190 – £31,943
  • On site: Edinburgh
  • Closing 10th September 2026

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality advice, casework and representation to individuals and families on welfare benefits, income maximisation and debt, in accordance with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers (SNSIAP) Level 2. This includes providing advice on debt solutions, negotiating with creditors and supporting clients to access the most appropriate debt solution, including the Debt Arrangement Scheme (DAS), sequestration and other statutory and non-statutory debt remedies.

As a Senior Money Adviser, you will also provide technical guidance and support to colleagues, mentor and develop advisers, contribute to quality assurance activities, and support the Service Manager in maintaining high standards of advice and continuously improving the service. You will help develop effective partnerships with external organisations and contribute to training, service development and the achievement of organisational objectives.

By joining our team, you will be helping alleviate poverty and improve individuals' and families' lives, ensuring our vision is fulfilled: that no one in our communities endures hardship.

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Adviser – (Welfare Rights, Housing & Debt)

  • Full time
  • £26,497 – £28,380
  • On site: Edinburgh
  • Closing 25th September 2026

Job Purpose

To provide high quality advice and representation to individuals and families on income maximisation, welfare benefits, debit, housing and money, in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers.

The advice will be provided within a range of settings from GP surgeries, Mental Health & Recovery Hubs and local community venues.

By joining our team, you will be helping alleviate poverty and improve individuals, families and children’s lives and ensure our Vision is fulfilled, in that no one in our communities endures hardship.

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Adviser – Court Representation & Money Advice Service

  • Part time
  • £26,497 – £28,382 pro-rata
  • On site: Edinburgh
  • Closing 18th September 2026

Job Purpose

To provide expert advice and representation to homeowners and tenants at risk of losing their homes, in line with the Scottish National Standards for Information and Advice Providers.

The advice will be provided within a range of settings from the sheriff court, our offices and home visits.

By joining our team, you will be helping improve household and tenancy sustainment and prevent homelessness and ensure our Vision is fulfilled, in that no one in our communities endures hardship.

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