Recruitment

OTAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In addition all of our advocates are screened with Criminal Records Bureau checks being carried out in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the Protection of Children Act 1999 and the Protection of Vulnerable Adults list to be maintained under Part VII of the Care Standards Act 2000.

The following skill set is particularly important when we are looking to recruit advocates and forms a key part of our induction and ongoing training programmes.

Ethical Practice

Responsiveness to needs, irrespective of the gender, age, culture or religion of the client

Honesty

Openness to scrutiny

Commitment to the principles of empowerment

Adherence to confidentiality

Knowledge

Self awareness

Open and honest representation of the views of service users

Understanding of boundaries

Maintenance of appropriate relationships with service users and staff

Ability to engage with other people

Speaking with confidence at meetings

Listening

Effective Writing

Creative problem solving

Reliability

Patience

Our recruitment process is ongoing, so if you do wish to apply for a position as an advocate, please give us a ring on 0845 166 1728, or email us at                hr@oliver-thomas.org, and we will be glad to assist you with your application or any queries you may have.