Forensic Mental Health Support Worker (Level 2)

Scottish Action for Mental Health; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded SVQ qualification

Reimbursement of PVG, Disclosure & SSS

SSSC annual fees and registration

30 days annual leave rising to 33

4 public holidays

2 wellbeing days

Team wellbeing budgets

Workplace pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

SAMH in Scotland is recruiting a Support Worker 2 - Forensics to provide dedicated support to people living in the West Lothian area. The role involves home-based support, seven days a week, with waking nights and a flexible pattern including evenings and weekends.

You will bring a mature, caring approach with strong listening and communication skills. Previous experience in mental health or forensic settings is desirable but not essential; full induction, training, and scope for professional

Qualifications

• Mature and caring attitude to support vulnerable people.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Experience in mental health or forensic settings is desirable but not essential.
• Flexible, patient, and practical approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based support to individuals in West Lothian.
• Work seven days a week with waking nights; flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Listening

Communication

Job description

SAMH in Scotland is recruiting a Support Worker 2 - Forensics to provide dedicated support to people living in the West Lothian area. The role involves home-based support, seven days a week, with waking nights and a flexible pattern including evenings and weekends.

You will bring a mature, caring approach with strong listening and communication skills. Previous experience in mental health or forensic settings is desirable but not essential; full induction, training, and scope for professional