Outreach Adviser
Dalkeith CAB seeks an Outreach Adviser for 28 hrs/wk (salary £23,200 - a pro rata of £29,000 plus pension contribution)
The postholder will deliver generalist advice and information via Outreach Clinics within the community, and sometimes via phone, email or at the Bureau itself.
Although a general advice role, the work will have a focus on assisting people in or at risk of financial hardship by helping them maximise their income through accessing available benefits, settlements, grants, discounts, schemes and other entitlements.
Experience of advice-giving, good communication skills, including for engaging sensitively with vulnerable people, understanding of the UK and Scottish benefit system and commitment to the mission and values of Citizens Advice are essential.
The post is fixed term for 2 years, with continuation dependent on securing future funding.
TO APPLY:
Click this link to download an application pack.
Please return your completed application form (preferably via e-mail) by 5pm on the closing date of Friday, 11th October 2024 to Julie.Podet@DalkeithCAB.org.uk, or post it following the instructions on the application form.