Training & Development Officer – Emergency Planning for Outbreaks of Bacterial Infections
- Full time
- £35,150 – £38,379
- Glasgow
- Closing 27th May 2021
- Advertised from 11th May 2021
- This position is full-time (based on 35 hours per week) - initial contract one year with strong likelihood of continuation.
Role
This post has been funded by the Scottish Government in response to outbreaks of infection among people who use drugs.
The post holder will undertake a range of work to improve and safeguard the health of people who use drugs with regard to bacterial and other infections.
This will include improving both prevention and response. The aim is to improve the quality of interventions to people at risk of infection; partnership working between appropriate services and the preparedness of frontline services and user groups to respond to outbreaks of infection among people who use drugs.
Training experience and an understanding of harm reduction approaches and practice are essential, as are strong communication skills and an ability to develop joint working and a partnership approach. Candidates must show evidence of initiative, resourcefulness and the ability to effectively engage with diverse groups.
For enquiries, please contact Norma Westland, Acting Programme Manager Hepatitis Scotland normaw@sdf.org.uk
Benefits
As an SDF employee you will benefit from excellent terms and conditions including generous annual leave entitlement, a range of learning and development opportunities, competitive pension contribution and an employee support and counselling service. SDF encourage a healthy work life balance and also offer a flexible working scheme.
The successful candidate will be based at SDF’s Head Office, which is located in Glasgow city centre, close to Central Station. Under current pandemic restrictions SDF’s office has been closed as a ‘non-essential office’. Candidates should be willing and able to work effectively from home under these circumstances.
Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
Application notes
An application pack giving a full detailed job description and application form are available from our website at sdf.org.uk/jobs
Due to the current situation re Covid-19 all applications to be returned via email only to:
Recruitment@sdf.org.uk and also Michaelg@sdf.org.uk
CVs will not be accepted. No Agencies.
Closing: Thursday 27th May at 12 noon
Interviews: Monday 7th June 2021
Registered Scottish Charity No. SC008075
National Localities MISTQ Officer (Experiential)
- Full time
- £29,500
- Glasgow with regular travel throughout Scotland (On site)
- Closing 28th April 2024
Scottish Recovery Consortium (SRC) is looking for a pro-active, team player to join the multi-disciplinary Medication Assisted Treatment Standards Implementation Support Team (MIST). As an employee of the Scottish Recovery Consortium (SRC), reporting to SRC Chief Executive & Public Health Scotland MISTQ Team the successful post holder will have a unique opportunity to support the implementation of the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Standards created to improve addiction services and reduce drug related deaths in Scotland.
The postholder will work with a range of organisations and people across the alcohol, drug and recovery sectors in Scotland e.g. third sector organisations, NHS, Public Health Scotland, people with lived experience, NHS staff and family members of people accessing treatment.
Your role will be to:
- To design, develop and deliver training in association with MISTQ Experiential Team and the SRC’s Learning, Education and Development Officers.
- Support Alcohol & Drug Partnerships (ADPs) local team of interviewers, to collect experiential evidence on an ongoing basis, to use this evidence to support local quality improvement work and to submit evidence to MISTQ.
- To facilitate strategic partnerships between national and locality structures and ensure that data is collected, analysed locally, used for local quality improvement work and fed into MISTQ Experiential Team and other relevant partners.
Being based within SRC ensures a joined up and creative way of affecting change alongside an organisation dedicated to building recovery from addiction in Scotland.
This exciting role involves contributing to the development, support and delivery of a national programme designed to measure outcomes of implementation.
Alcohol Counsellor
- Full time
- £24,431
- Ayr with travel throughout East and South Ayrshire (On site)
- Closing 16th April 2024
Ayrshire Council on Alcohol provides a free, specialist, confidential alcohol counselling and recovery service to individuals (whether they wish to stop drinking or reduce the amount that they drink) and their families.
We are looking for a counsellor who is passionate about supporting individuals & their families who live in East & South Ayrshire to change their lives.
Applicants should possess COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills, a counselling qualification or be an accredited Alcohol Counsellor and must have some post qualifying counselling experience.
Training & support will be provided to the right candidate should they not have experience of counselling those affected by alcohol and/or drug use. The successful candidate will have some counselling experience and a strong desire to work with individuals concerned about their own or a loved one’s drinking.
Some evening work will be required.
IT skills would be advantageous.
A clean current driving licence and access to a car is desirable.
The successful applicant will be subject to a PVG check.
ACA welcomes applications from those with lived experience who have been stable in their recovery for a minimum period of 2 years.
Blue Triangle is a social care organisation that empowers people to thrive, by delivering solutions in connected communities which focus on the needs of each individual. We are looking for enthusiastic people who share our values (Kind, Passionate and Creative) to join our services accommodating and supporting people experiencing homelessness and empowering them to thrive.
Blue Triangle recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we offer:
Aside from offering a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated, we’ll see that your hard work and drive to succeed is rewarded.
- Competitive Salary and Pension Options
- Full time & Part time hours available
- Long service awards
- Access to our benefits platform with high street voucher and tech discounts and cycle to work scheme to name a few!
- Inhouse training programmes
- Significant Gym discounts
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- 24/7 access to employee assistance programme, including counselling
- A wide range of family friendly policies
- Life Assurance cover of 3 times your salary
- Credit Union
- £200 refer a friend scheme
- And many more!
About the Role:
We’re seeking a highly motivated Training Manager to lead the learning and growth of our team. Committed to creating a lively and inclusive learning atmosphere, the Training Manager will design and deliver learning programs for our employees, stakeholders, and external experts. Working in close partnership with our Service Delivery team, they will guarantee that the workforce is equipped with the essential skills and capabilities to adapt to the organisation’s changing requirements.
About You:
Drawing on your past experience in delivering training and managing a team, you should be characterised by creativity, a flair for innovation, and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities. Your enthusiasm and determination will drive you to consistently seek opportunities for enhancing the learning experience for our employees. Moreover, you should possess the following qualifications and attributes:
- A qualification in a pertinent social care subject (at least SVQ Level 9).
- Possession of, a relevant training qualification or equivalent at SCQF level 7 (SVQ 3).
- Previous experience in the care or charity sector (preferably 2 years or more).
- Proficiency in scoping, developing, and delivering training materials to a diverse audience.
- Knowledge of the Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) Framework.
- Familiarity with the Scottish Social Service Council (SSSC).
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with a focus on finding practical solutions.
We care about one another whilst taking pride in the service we offer. You will be working in a company with a strong identity and with the guidance and support of experienced Senior Managers you will be able to develop in your career.
Top job! Operational Manager
- Full time
- £65,874 – £69,075
- The role is based in Glasgow with responsibility for designated regional services across Scotland and requires regular travel across the locality (On site)
- Closing 29th April 2024
At Key and Community Lifestyles, we provide person-centred support to over 2,000 disabled people, across 17 Scottish local authorities, to enable them to lead full, active lives in their own homes and communities.
We are recruiting a new Operational Manager to join our small senior team with responsibility for our services across Scotland. This role requires an exceptional leader who has a passion for developing high quality, outcome focused, personalised support to disabled people of all ages. You will work alongside local Area Managers, supporting them to develop and deliver great services for people we support. You will also lead on strengthening relationships with commissioners and partners in those areas with a focus on building our reputation for creative, flexible, and reliable support.
You will have substantial experience of management at a senior level in social services, with a proven track record in supporting continual improvement, innovation, and creative service design. Resilience, compassion, and kindness will be hallmarks of your approach, along with a strong focus on people and outcomes.
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