Remote Carer Advisor (Adults) – Community Outreach

Voluntary Services Aberdeen; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Aberdeen is looking for a dedicated Carer Advisor to support both young and adult carers. This full-time, permanent position includes responsibilities such as advising and guiding carers, conducting outreach, and working collaboratively to develop support plans. Essential qualifications include an understanding of unpaid carers' roles and good interpersonal skills. Attractive benefits such as a pension scheme and personal development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee assistance programme

Generous annual leave

Refer a friend programme

Investment in personal development

Recognised SCQF qualifications

Employee discount scheme

Qualifications

• Awareness and understanding of the role of unpaid carers.
• Demonstrable experience of working with young people and youth issues.
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Adult Carers Service.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside carers to establish the impact of their caring role.
• Raise awareness of carers’ statutory rights and needs.
• Advise, guide and support both young and adult carers on a one-to-one and group basis.

Skills

Ability to relate to young people

Well developed interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills

Good IT skills

Education

Qualification in Community Work, Social Work, Nursing or Teaching

Job description

A community support organization in Aberdeen is looking for a dedicated Carer Advisor to support both young and adult carers. This full-time, permanent position includes responsibilities such as advising and guiding carers, conducting outreach, and working collaboratively to develop support plans. Essential qualifications include an understanding of unpaid carers' roles and good interpersonal skills. Attractive benefits such as a pension scheme and personal development opportunities are offered.