Lomond & Argyll Advocacy Service are seeking a recovery advocacy worker on the Oban and Lorn to join our team.
Your core mission will be to offer people information about their rights and services and to assist them in seeking to have their voices heard and their wishes respected.
Lomond and Argyll Advocacy service are looking for a person who has Lived Experience of problematic alcohol or substance use, either;
This is a part time post, and will focus on continuing to improve access to independent advocacy and other local supports for people impacted by problematic alcohol or substance use. The post will also provide rights based peer advocacy in line with the Scottish Governments Strategy: Rights, Respect and Recovery.
Main Responsibilities:
This post requires the successful candidate to apply for membership of the PVG Scheme.
Flexible hours to be worked between 9-5 Monday to Friday. Ability to work from home within area however the ability to travel in the locality is essential.
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
If successful, you will be required to register with the Scottish Social Services Council within 6 months of your start date. After registration, there is a requirement to be qualified and to maintain professional learning, which we will support you to achieve.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
This position would be for our Oban Solas service and require 16 hours per week. This role will follow a nightshift working pattern on a rota, including some weekends.
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If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@bluetriangle.org.uk
Are you a creative and motivated individual with the passion and drive to support people with a recent diagnosis of dementia to live well in their community?
If so, you can be part of a National Team of Post Diagnostic Support Link Workers (PDS Link Workers) providing high-quality, person-centred support to people living with dementia and their families for a minimum of a year following diagnosis in line the Scottish Government’s minimum guarantee.
The aim of the PDS National Service is to enable people to live well with dementia and is centred around Alzheimer Scotland's 5 pillar model so that people move on to a period of supported self- management.
The model includes understanding the illness and coming to terms with the diagnosis, peer support, connecting and maintaining links with their community along with planning for future care and decision making to develop an outcome focused plan to support their future hopes, desires and aspirations.
Supporting our Argyll & Bute locality, the post will be based within the Cowal Community Dementia Team. Alzheimer Scotland’s PDS Link Workers are required to be effective team workers and have the skills to build and maintain relationships with colleagues both within Alzheimer Scotland, the NHS and other stakeholders.
Skills in using digital platforms are essential as we use a blended approach to support people that involve some virtual meetings and on-line groups.
Applicants must hold a recognised relevant professional qualification, have a good understanding of dementia and how it affects people and their families along with excellent communication skills, a warm flexible approach, combined with skills in empathy and relationship building.
In addition, you should have skills and knowledge at the Enhanced Level of the Promoting Excellence Framework or be able to evidence you are working towards its completion.
This post requires a full driving licence and access to a car.
Are you an experienced Administrative professional looking to support a busy service?
If you possess excellent communication, administrative, and IT skills (including Word and Excel), are motivated, able to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality, and approach your work with professionalism, then you could be the ideal candidate we are seeking.
**Join Our Team as a Local Coordinator for Argyll & SAMS!**
Are you passionate about enhancing student life and making a tangible difference in your community? The Highlands and Islands Students' Association is looking for a motivated Local Coordinator to be the vibrant face of our organisation at UHI SAMS and UHI Argyll. In this dynamic part-time role, you'll engage directly with students, organise exciting campus activities, and ensure that student voices are heard and valued. You'll collaborate closely with staff, support the development of student societies, and contribute to campaigns that improve the overall student experience. If you're a natural communicator, highly organised, and eager to play a key role in shaping a supportive, inclusive student community, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Flexible hours, a competitive salary, and the chance to make a real impact await you—apply today and help us create a brighter future for students across Argyll!
Key Responsibilities
· Be the first point of contact for students at the Academic Partner, encouraging them to get involved in the Students’ Association and extra-curricular activity
· Supporting and creating the in-person
· As directed by the Development Manager, support the various student focused activities
Develop relationships with key members of staff within the Academic Partner and key external stakeholders
· Work collaboratively with other Association staff members as and when required for the development of the organisation and key student engagement strategies
· Supported by the Advice Service Coordinator provide advice and guidance where appropriate; signpost more complex cases to the Advice Service or other support and guidance for any academic/pastoral issues;
· Undertake key administrative duties such as managing shared email inboxes, tracking finances, generating reports and keeping records for Student Voice Rep engagement and meetings
Could you be Key?
Being a support worker is a role where you can make every day matter. It's a job with challenges that make your heart beat faster, where you can give something of yourself and empower amazing people on their journey through life.
At key we support disabled people of all ages to make every day matter.
We are passionate about being the very best employer we can be, ensuring our staff feel well supported and valued in their roles. As well as being part of a supportive, local team you will be eligible for:
Join us and make every day matter! Support Workers and Relief Support Workers.
No experience necessary! Training and support will be given to help you achieve your full potential.
If you would like to get involved in support work but cannot commit to a contract due to other commitments, we also have opportunities for you to complement our existing workers by joining our relief register of bank support workers. This will mean you can work in a way that best suits you and fits with your life.