Job Vacancies

We are recruiting for two posts, a Peer Worker (Eating Disorders) and Advocacy Worker

The Peer Worker will be working to assist carers of people with an eating disorder to feel supported in their caring role and to experience improved wellbeing. The peer worker will cover Lothian and will build on established links with carer organisations across Lothian as well as working closely with the Edinburgh Peer Network. The post will also offer specific supports to carers of those being treated at the Eating Disorders Unit at St John's Hospital, West Lothian. The peer worker will have responsibility for recruiting and supporting a small number of volunteers who have their own experience as carers.

Working hours: 36.25 hours per week. Salary: £22,335. Closing date: 18 May 2022.

For more information and how to apply: https://goodmoves.com/vacancy/a4s3z00000SfHbeAAF/peer-worker-eating-diso...

The Advocacy Worker will be working alongside carers supporting someone with mental health difficulties. They will be supporting carers to have their voices heard and to participate in supported decision making by those they care for. The work will involve encouraging carers to articulate their issues and provide them with information about their rights. The candidate should have knowledge of carers rights and mental health capacity legislation, along with experience working flexibly within a small team.

Working hours: 30 hours per week. Salary: £25,027 – £27,702 pro-rata. Closing date: 25 May 2022.

For more information and how to apply: https://goodmoves.com/vacancy/a4s3z00000SfHkRAAV/Advocacy-Worker