Mind in Barnet’s advocacy service is based at the Dennis Scott Unit at Edgware Community Hospital. Advocacy Workers support users of mental health services to speak up for themselves when they need specific help or are not happy with their treatment.

People of all ages and backgrounds can volunteer for the Advocacy service. 

You may have experience in mental health through work or training in the field or you may have personal experience of mental health problems. Whatever your background we will train and support you.
 
Volunteer advocates participate in supporting clients dropping in to the advocacy office, providing administrative support and perhaps undertaking some case work. A minimum commitment of one day a week for at least a year is required.

Qualities of a Volunteer Advocate
The qualities we are looking for in volunteer advocates are those with the ability to listen to service users in an impartial and non-judgemental way and support them in getting their voice heard. A willingness to be guided and to learn as you go is also required.

Applying to become a Volunteer Advocate
If you would like to apply please contact the administration team at School Way for an application pack on: 020 8343 5700