Mind in Brighton and Hove empowers and supports people who have experience of mental health issues in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex.  Our Advocacy Services take action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests and obtain services they need.

We are seeking to appoint a Community Advocate working across West Sussex, based in Chichester. Advocates will be responsible for the provision of independent, professional mental health advocacy primarily within community settings across West Sussex. This post requires an understanding of advocacy, experience of managing a client case load, excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of professionals, whilst retaining independence.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including 29 days' leave (pro rata) per year excluding bank holidays, 3% pension contribution and access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.

For full details and a job pack please go to our website. Please return your application form or to Mind in Brighton and Hove, 51 New England Street, Brighton, BN1 4GQ.

The closing date for completed applications is 12.00 (midday) Monday 10th April 2017.   We are unable to respond to all applicants, and if you have not heard from us by Wednesday 12th April 2017, please assume that you have not been short listed.  Interviews will be held on Wednesday 19th April 2017 at 51, New England Street, Brighton.

Community Base do not take part in the recruitment process. If you wish to apply for any of the opportunities advertised, please contact the organisation direct.

Closing date Monday, April 10th 2017