Vacancy: ‘Connect for Health’ Adviser
Vacancy: ‘Connect for Health’ Adviser
Salary: £23,152 upon successful completion of probation and training
– starting salary £22,000. (pro. rata for part-time)
Hours: 37 hours a week (full-time but part time considered)
An exciting opportunity has arisen as we expand our Social Prescribing offer in Ipswich. This role provides support and guidance to the people in our local community and, as such, may involve working in the community at outreach sites in Ipswich. Citizens Advice offers confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free. We give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem. We help with everything from money issues to problems at work, housing to consumer rights. As an Adviser you will also play an important role in linking people up with other statutory and voluntary organisations to help people find support for the issues they are facing.
To be successful in this role you will be a confident, self-driven and self-motivated individual with recent experience as a trained adviser or able to undertake intensive training to reach the required standard. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to self-manage your workload and time, managing client cases with attention to detail and timeliness of advice. You will have a passion for making a difference by providing a top-quality service for the people of Ipswich.
If you feel you have the relevant experience and would like to become part of this dynamic team, please submit your CV and Personal Statement to admin@ipswichcab.org.uk
If you would like to talk about the role further, please contact Emily: Connect for Health Team Leader at emily.bergstrom@ipswichcab.org.uk / 07701 373551
Closing Date: 14 April 2024 Interview Dates tbc
Please note, in the event of a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the application early.
