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Mencap/Connexions Intensive Personal Adviser operates across a range of agencies including health, education, social welfare and employment to ensure the well being of young people with learning disabilities between the age of 19-25.
When working with a young person the Personal Adviser role involves
- Engaging with the young and establishing their wants and needs.
- Enabling the young person to understand their entitlements.
- Co-coordinating the range of support available and to ensure there is cohesion in its delivery.
- Advocating on behalf of the young person in strategy, referral and educational meetings.
- Supporting the young person and their parent/career where relevant.
- Working with the young person to ensure change and diversity in their lifestyle.
- Supporting the young person in their transition towards independence.
- Brokering relevant services and resources to support the young person meet their needs.
- Working with outside agencies and the community to ensure the provision available is suitable and benefiting the young person.
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Your local Personal Advisor is Vikki Blake contact her on 07900576238
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