We are looking to recruit Self-Employed Mental Health Advocates to work in the following areas: Warrington - WA2 8TR Atherton - M46 9NT Luton - LU4 0LU This is a self-employed position and you will be paid a sessional rate. Our Service NYAS provides mental health advocacy to individuals within mental health settings throughout the UK. Our service provides independent advocacy to people within mental health hospitals and community-based settings. We support individuals to ensure their voice is heard regarding their care and treatment and that they are aware of their rights. This also includes representing them during various meetings such as ward rounds and at multi-disciplinary team meetings. This role requires you to produce written reports to ensure that the views of patients are fully represented. We work with adults and children and young people: Warrington - WA2 8TR - Adults Atherton - M46 9NT - Adults Luton - LU4 0LU Young People DO YOU HAVE: Direct experience of working with children/young people or vulnerable adults in a social care or mental health setting. Experience and understanding of child protection/vulnerable adult safeguarding procedures Ability to maintain professionalism at all times An understanding of the importance of listening to children/young people and vulnerable adults without bias or prejudice. Ability to communicate in an effective way. Ability to record concise case notes and produce good quality reports You will need to evidence your skills usi