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SAMH has represented the voice of people most affected by mental health problems in Scotland for more than 90 years.

Today, in over 60 communities we work with adults and young people providing mental health social care support, services in primary care, schools and further education, among others. These services together with our national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention and active living; inform our policy and campaign work to influence positive social change.

SAMH is dedicated to mental health and wellbeing for all: with a vision of a society where people are able to live their lives fully, regardless of present or past circumstances.

At Dundee Care at Home service, Practitioners provide direct support to individuals in the accommodation to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Support is focused on enabling people to build on their existing skills or develop new skills, increase their self-esteem and confidence, which in turn will encourage involvement and promote independence. This is achieved by using interpersonal and motivational skills to help an individual explore options, the possible outcomes/consequences and make an informed choice based on this.

You will be able to demonstrate good communication skills and a mature attitude together with adaptability and enthusiasm. Knowledge and experience in supporting people with mental health problems is desirable as is experience working with people who have had long term hospital admissions.

As this post will involve a variety of shift patterns including evening, weekends, waking night shift and on-calls. You will be flexible in the hours and shifts you are available to work.

Seamab is a unique charity, committed to transforming the lives of children. We help some of the most vulnerable children in Scotland. Our work gives children back their childhood, making sure they feel safe loved and happy. Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children in care? Are you looking for a role that is flexible and works round your other commitments?

We are looking for Education Support Workers to work across both of our campuses who will contribute to:

• Providing an environment where the children can develop their social skills and be encouraged to develop their full potential.

• Enabling and encouraging the children to try, and not to be afraid of failure.

• Create a fun, loving and safe environment.

Essential requirements for the role:

• All candidates for either role must have a current, clean driving licence, which is essential due to the location.

Benefits of working for Seamab:

• Generous pension scheme

• Up to 39 days holiday

• Paid sick leave

• Staff shopping discounts

• Employee assistance programme

• Your actual hours are based on a 37.5hr working week although you will work a variable shift pattern including early shifts, day shifts, back shifts, and sleepovers.

• Salary up to £27644 DOE, plus additional sleepovers

Seamab operates a safe recruitment process and all appointments will be subject to reference and PVG checks.

Seamab is a unique charity, committed to transforming the lives of children. We help some of the most vulnerable children in Scotland. Our work gives children back their childhood, making sure they feel safe loved and happy. Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children in care? Are you looking for a role that is flexible and works round your other commitments?

We are looking for Childcare Practitioner to work across both of our campuses who will contribute to:

• Providing an environment where the children can develop their social skills and be encouraged to develop their full potential.

• Enabling and encouraging the children to try, and not to be afraid of failure.

• Create a fun, loving and safe environment.

Essential requirements for the role:

• Candidates should have 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role and should be qualified to HNC/SVQ3 Level in Social Care. They will also be required to hold/apply for SSSC Registration.

• All candidates for either role must have a current, clean driving licence, which is essential due to the location.

Benefits of working for Seamab:

• Generous pension scheme

• Up to 39 days holiday

• Paid sick leave

• Staff shopping discounts

• Employee assistance programme

• Your actual hours are based on a 37.5hr working week although you will work a variable shift pattern including early shifts, day shifts, back shifts, and sleepovers.

• Salary up to £27644 DOE, plus additional sleepovers

Seamab operates a safe recruitment process and all appointments will be subject to reference and PVG checks.

We have a vacancy for a Huntington’s Disease Specialist post. An exciting opportunity to become part our existing Glasgow & Clyde team in a growing Scottish Charity which offers specialist assessment, one to one support, advice, and information to families impacted by Huntington’s Disease (HD) and all professionals involved in their care.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and who will have a positive impact on the quality of life of families whose lives are impacted by HD. The successful candidate should have excellent working skills the ability to work autonomously using their own initiative this challenging and innovative post. Good listening, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as are excellent time and caseload management skills. Previous experience of working with Huntington’s disease is preferred but not essential; most of our staff have a background in mental health, physical disability, social work, neurology or palliative care. We will provide you with all the specialist knowledge you need.

The Scottish Huntington’s Disease Association invites applications from professionals with a valid, current professional qualification in any of the specialities listed below

• Nursing (1st level), Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language or other relevant field.

A substantial level of post-basic experience is desirable. Community based practice knowledge and a clean current driving licence and use of a car is essential.

The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure.

Overview

Do you want to work for a caring organisation that believes in people?

Do you want to make a difference?

As a Recovery Support Worker with Change Grow Live, you’ll work with people who use our services, helping them get to where they want to be.

Responsibilities

Edinburgh and Midlothian Offender Recovery Service (EMORS) is a transformative service that brings together prison and community work to support individuals throughout the Criminal Justice System, supporting them to achieve drug, alcohol and crime free lives.

An exciting opportunity have arisen to join our EMORS team, supporting the high-quality delivery of recovery focused interventions to service users in the criminal justice system affected by drug and alcohol issues also the provision of through care support to individuals leaving prison and returning to Edinburgh and Midlothian. The service delivers interventions in custody areas, prison and community, on a one to one basis and in group work settings.

The successful candidate will have an excellent understanding of drug and alcohol issues and experience of working within a related field. Also necessary is a commitment to multi-agency working, excellent communication skills and experience of working within an outcomes-focused approach.

Service: Time for You

Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity.

SAMH has represented the voice of people most affected by mental health problems in Scotland for more than 90 years.

Today, in over 60 communities we work with adults and young people providing mental health social care support, services in primary care, schools and further education, among others. These services together with our national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention and active living; inform our policy and campaign work to influence positive social change.

SAMH is dedicated to mental health and wellbeing for all: with a vision of a society where people are able to live their lives fully, regardless of present or past circumstances.

For Scotland’s Mental Health

The ‘Time for You’ project brings SAMH, Living Life to the Full Ltd. (LLTTF) and Glasgow Caledonian University together to provide three tiers of instantly accessible mental health support (self-help, supported self-help and psychological support) to those who have been at the frontline since lockdown started in March. Keyworkers have worked tirelessly, in extremely challenging working situations, and many will have struggled with stress and high levels of anxiety about their own safety, the safety of their families and the safety of the people they supported. Now, we feel it is vital that we offer the chance for Key Workers to take some time back to care for themselves.

Time for You will provide support to up to 4000 keyworkers, for example, those working in health, social care, food supply and public transport, to better enable them to recover from the significant pressures they will have experienced since lockdown and to develop coping strategies that will better enable them to self-manage their mental health and remain in their crucial roles. As well as benefitting people’s mental health, this service will bring huge societal benefits in terms of health and the economy by helping to keep keyworkers in their roles as Scotland seeks to recover and rebuild.

As a Wellbeing Practitioner, you will be responsible for supporting people as they work through their chosen modules of Living Life to the Full. The support you provide will range from short wellbeing check-ins and progress reports to 60-minute sessions of 1:1 coaching, using the Cognitive Behavioural Approaches of Living Life to the Full.

As the position will involve a variety of shift patterns including evenings, you will be flexible in the hours and shifts you are available to work. The post will be home based during the current government restrictions and support will be delivered via Video Call, Telephone, Text and/or Email.

This is a challenging and exciting opportunity to make a difference to peoples’ lives and support them to achieve their identified outcomes. You will be able to demonstrate good communication skills and a mature attitude together with adaptability and enthusiasm. Knowledge and experience in supporting people with mental health problems is essential.

Braeburn Home is an independent care home offering high quality nursing care. It is situated in a quiet residential area close to the Royal Botanic Garden. It offers care to older people who require nursing and social care and who will benefit from the support and companionship of other residents.

We are looking for two Care Assistants that are committed to providing holistic, respectful, person centered care and support to our residents and their families.

Both posts are for 39 hours per week on a permanent basis.

Working under the direction and guidance of a registered nurse, the role mainly involves providing care and support to our residents in a polite and professional manner.

This will include (but not limited to):

• providing care and responding to residents needs whilst respecting and maintaining their rights to dignity and privacy
• Help in the use and care of aids and personal equipment
• Implement and update residents’ personal plans and other records in a clear and accurate manner as appropriate
• Act as a key worker for a group of residents
• Working within the care team assisting colleagues as and when required

The successful candidates will be highly committed to providing quality care, be responsible individuals who enjoy working in a family home atmosphere. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as well as the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

The working hours are based on a rota system and requires a high degree of flexibility.

Training will be provided in all relevant tasks and sector-specific training will also be provided through a combination of internal, external and online courses as appropriate.

The post holders are required to be registered with SSSC, complying with their minimum qualification and learning requirements.

A PVG check is required for this post, along with a Right to Work in the UK. Candidates will also be required to provide proof of qualifications declared on the application.

Braeburn Home is committed to Equal Opportunities.

Braeburn Home is an independent care home offering high quality nursing care. It is situated in a quiet residential area close to the Royal Botanic Garden. We provide care to older people who require dedicated nursing and social care and who benefit from the support and companionship of other residents.

We are looking for a fully qualified and experienced RGN who is registered with the NMC to join our team. You will be part of a team providing frontline care and support to our residents and their families.

The working hours are 39 per week.

The main responsibilities of the role are:-

• Assessing the needs of each resident and delivering the highest standard of care and professional service.
• Ensuring each resident has an up to date and agreed care plan, regularly reviewing and updating as required to meet changing needs.
• Participating fully in the overall care of the residents, contributing ideas and suggestions as appropriate.
• Administering prescribed medication to residents and keeping all records and administration up to date.
• Supporting, coaching and training Care Assistants and other staff as required.
• Supporting and deputising for the Care Home Manager.

The successful candidate will be committed to providing quality care and enjoy working in a family care home atmosphere. You must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be comfortable working alone when required.

The working hours are based on a rota system and requires a high degree of flexibility.

The post holder will require to be registered with SSSC, complying with their minimum qualification requirements and ongoing training.

A PVG check is required for this post, along with a Right to Work in the UK. Candidates will also be required to provide proofof qualifications declared on the application.

Braeburn Home is committed to Equal Opportunities.

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced practitioner to work within the Family Support section of the services delivered by the Cottage. You will have at least two years’ experience of supporting families within a social care/ community setting.

You should hold a minimum qualification of SVQ 3 Services Children and Young People or HNC/D in Social Care or Working with Communities, or equivalent, and have a positive and flexible approach and an understanding of social issues that affect individuals and families in need.

As well as providing a range of support and practical advice, you will ensure that group work programmes which will include outdoor activities are provided to complement and enhance the individual work undertaken with male parents/ adult carers and/or their families.

You will be required to work with minimum supervision, demonstrate an ability to work independently and overcome challenges to working with complex situations.

You will be expected to be competent in working with Microsoft based software.

Service Profile

The Cottage Family Centre was established in 1987. The focus of the work at the Centre is to provide a range of support to those families and individuals within family units who are vulnerable to social exclusion as a result of factors such as poverty, unemployment, poor housing, relationship breakdown, drug and alcohol problems and health related issues.

This post will be subject to a PVG and references.

We are currently looking to recruit two residential workers based at Cauvin House, one full time and one part time. Cauvin House is a small residential Mother and Baby unit run by the Trust. It provides residential accommodation for a maximum of three young women aged 16 to 21 years and their babies. Cauvin House offers a nurturing place to help support young parents and their babies and provides an environment which safeguards and promotes child welfare. Mums and their babies have the opportunity to develop parenting and independent living skills, with assistance and advice from residential staff. Cauvin House works collaboratively with Social Work and all other key professionals including health.

The successful candidate will be a creative thinker with a positive and flexible attitude and will actively promote equality, diversity, anti-discriminatory and non-judgemental practice. Good written and verbal communication is required.

The residential role (both part time & full time) involves a shift pattern over a six week rota, that requires weekend working, lone working and sleep ins.

Organisation profile:

Dean and Cauvin Young People’s Trust are a family of interconnected services. We provide residential group living, supported tenancies, community outreach and group work offering a continuum of care and support in the life space of young people.