| Job title | Refugee Integration Adviser |
| Reference | RIA1124 |
| Contract | Permanent (subject to funding) , fulltime (36 hours per week ) |
| Salary | £29,423 |
| Location | Glasgow Office (with occasional home working) |
| Closing date | 9th December 2024 at 9 a.m. |
Job Advert
Scottish Refugee Council is seeking a Refugee Integration Adviser to join our team.
As a Refugee Integration Adviser, you will contribute towards the delivery of the Refugee Support Service for newly granted refugees across Scotland. Your role in supporting the integration of new refugees will include working directly with refugees, assessing needs, providing advice and advocacy. You will do this by supporting clients to realise their goals and objectives, working closely with key agencies and services as appropriate.
You will be degree qualified or demonstrate equivalent experience, have an understanding of issues affecting asylum seekers/refugees and it is essential that you are able to work with vulnerable groups in a sensitive manner. You will have a good command of English, the ability to write clear and concise case management notes, draft correspondence and reports. You will be able to work in high pressure situations and have effective interpersonal skills including an understanding of cultural differences.
This role reports directly to the Refugee Integration Service Manager.
About us
Scottish Refugee Council is Scotland’s national refugee charity. Every year, we provide direct support and advice to people rebuilding their lives in Scotland, standing up for people’s rights and campaign for a fairer and more humane asylum system and enhanced integration for communities in Scotland.
The vision is for a Scotland in which all people seeking refugee protection are welcome. A place where men, women and children are protected, find safety and support, have their human rights and dignity respected and can achieve their full potential. Together, we can build a better future with refugees in Scotland. Find out more at www.scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk.
Employee benefits package
- 39 days of leave (including public holidays)
- Progressive salary structure
- Flexible working options
- Training and development opportunities
- Union recognition
- Fresh fruit, tea & coffee in office
- Enhanced pay benefits
- Enhanced pension
- Counselling & coaching service
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care scheme
- Death in service & 24-hour GP service
Interviews are expected from 17th December 2024
How to apply
- Job Description
- Download and complete our job application form
- Download and complete the Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form
- Email both forms to recruitment@scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk by closing date.
This post will be subject to a PVG registration.
You will be working towards OISC level 1 registration.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants require to have existing right to work in the UK.
Please note that feedback can only be provided to applicants who reach the interview stage.
Scottish Refugee Council is working towards being an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all members of the community, irrespective of age; disability; gender reassignment; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion and belief; sex and sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership status.
We are an accredited Scottish Living Wage employer.
Scottish Refugee Council is a Registered Charity. Charity Number: SC008639