Bank Mental Health Practitioner (REC1670)

Scottish Action for Mental Health; Elgin; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity is seeking Mental Health Practitioners to support individuals in managing their mental health and achieving personal goals. The role involves providing practical and emotional support across various pathways of recovery. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and a desire to make a positive impact on clients' lives. Training and development opportunities are provided, along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Reimbursement of PVG

Funded continuous learning and development opportunities

Team wellbeing budgets

Life Assurance policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting people with mental health problems is desirable.
• Ability to establish therapeutic relationships with individuals.

Responsibilities

• Support clients in their homes and encourage independent living.
• Assist individuals to manage their mental health and develop resilience.
• Deliver specific intervention programmes and facilitate support.

Skills

Compassion

Reliability

Resilience

Initiative

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

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 their lives fully, regardless of present or past circumstances.

For Scotland’s Mental Health

Ref: REC1670

Location: Moray

Hours: Bank

Salary: £12.40 per hour

Contract: Bank

About the Role

SAMH Mental Health Practitioners play an important role in supporting people who use our services to develop skills to better manage their mental health and live independently, upholding their rights to privacy, dignity and personal choice. SAMH community services provide a range of mental health and social care support to individuals and may also provide support with other complex needs. SAMH Moray provides 6 pathways of recovery based practical and emotional support to individuals across Moray andSAMH Mental Health Practitioners will work across these 6 pathways.

Some of the key activities of the role include;

• Supporting clients in their homes and the community and encourage them to participate in activities for independent living and to be involved in decisions that affect them.
• Assist individuals to manage their mental health with a focus on developing sustainable strategies and building personal resilience
• Equip individuals to care for themselves and the practicalities of running their own home
• Deliver specific intervention programmes, such as Distress Brief Intervention, 1-1 work, MyRap and groupwork.
• Assist individuals to develop new skills and achieve new personal goals, rediscover interests and try new things.
• Facilitate support to widen individuals own support network
• Provide quality support services to clients through effective planning, monitoring, evaluation and review of their requirements in partnership with them.
• Promote the work of SAMH and the work of the service in order to enhance delivery of services to clients.

What we are looking for

Respect and dignity for the people who use our services is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for people with great people skills who are honest, reliable and resilient in challenging situations.

You will be able to use initiative, compassion, energy and determination to establish a therapeutic relationships with individuals with a range of support needs and support them to identify and achieve meaningful goals.

Knowledge and experience in supporting people with mental health problems or distress is desirable but not essential, as is experience working with adults with a wide range of support needs.

Supporting the people who use our services means there are a variety of shift patterns including evenings and weekends. Please note that travel is an essential part of the role and due to the geographical reach, a valid driving licence and access to own vehicle are desirable for the post.

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;

• Reimbursement of PVG
• Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions
• Team wellbeing budgets
• Life Assurance policy
• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date for applications will be 12 noon, Tuesday 27th May 2025.

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.