Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. We have represented the voice of people most affected by mental health problems in Scotland for almost 100 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 theirlives fully, regardless of present or past circumstances.
For Scotland’s Mental Health
Post: Support Worker 2
Ref: REC1311
Location: Denny SA
Hours: 34.5 hrs per week
Salary: £21,499 - £22,287 per annum (pro rata) (£11.03 - £11.43 per hour)
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
You will be part of a Team of 4 other Support Workers and a Service Manager, providing 24/7 support to 5 individuals living in a Residential setting. We will ask you to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) membership scheme, and register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). The role involves various shift patterns including weekends and Sleep – over cover which operate on a rota basis
What we are looking for
You will be able to demonstrate good communication skills and a mature attitude together with adaptability and enthusiasm. We don’t need you to have any specific qualifications or experience to join us, although an SVQ qualification in Social Care would be advantageous. What we do ask is you have the right attitude and values, as respect and dignity are at the heart of everything we do at SAMH
What we will provide for you
You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction and training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of our benefits include;
· Fully funded SVQ qualification to meet the conditions of your SSSC registration
· Reimbursement of PVG, Disclosure & SSSC annual fees and registration costs.
· Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions
· 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years’ service (pro rata)
· 4 public holidays (pro rata)
· 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you (pro rata)
· Team wellbeing budgets
· Workplace pension scheme
· Life Assurance policy
· Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date for applications will be 12 noon, Thursday 7th September 2023
To apply please visit https://www.samh.org.uk/information/work-with-us
PVG Scheme Membership, a Right to Work in the UK check and proof of any qualifications declared your application will be required.
Applications are welcome from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high level of applicants and would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,499.00-£22,287.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: REC1311
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