Trainee Multidisciplinary Advocate

at  Rethink Mental Illness

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Trainee Multi-Disciplinary Advocate to work as part of our South London & Walmsley Advocacy Team.
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity – and that’s why equity is one of our core values. We draw on the expertise, unique perspectives and lived experience of our people – regardless of who they are or their background – to help us become inclusive and anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider that reflect the diverse communities we support as a mental health charity.
The Rethink Mental Illness South London and Maudsley advocacy service supports people detained under the Mental Health Act across The Royal Bethlem Hospital site.
In what can be a distressing time for some, our compassionate team help people understand the rights they have during their stay and allow them the opportunity to have their voice heard during decision made about their care.
We are available to support people during ward rounds, managers meetings, care planning for when they are discharged, and much more.
Our service is available for people detained regardless of their original place of residence, and we accept self-referrals as well as from family, friends, and professionals for people who may not be able to ask for support themselves. family, friends, and professionals for people who may not be able to ask for support themselves.

Please refer the Job description for details