Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner - East Lothian Home & Community

Penumbra Mental Health; Scotland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health organization in East Lothian is seeking Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners to guide and support staff while promoting independence among clients. This role involves collaborating with management to ensure high-quality service delivery and addressing challenges like loneliness and social exclusion. Candidates should have a strong commitment to supporting diverse adults and excellent communication skills. A valid driving licence and access to a car are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Access to training and career development

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence and access to a car are essential.
• Experience in mental health and wellbeing settings is preferred, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and supervision to Mental Health and Wellbeing Workers.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager for service quality.
• Advocate for individuals' needs to promote independence.
• Address loneliness and social exclusion challenges.

Skills

Strong interest in supporting adults

Excellent communication skills

Commitment to helping others

Job description

Location

East Lothian Home & Community

Salary

£24,618 - £25,944 per annum (£12.62 - £13.30 p/h equivalent)

Employment Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Summary

Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners will guide, support and supervise individual Mental Health and Wellbeing Workers and/or Peer Workers. Working closely with the Service Manager, you will help deliver excellent service characterised by choice, compassion and flexible support. Your passion for person‑centred work with adults from a variety of backgrounds will enable you to make a positive impact on people’s lives and tailor support to help them fulfil their best potential.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, support and supervision to Mental Health and Wellbeing Workers and/or Peer Workers.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager to ensure consistent, high‑quality service delivery.
• Advocate for individuals’ needs and help them progress toward self‑identified goals, promoting independence and empowerment.
• Address issues of loneliness, social exclusion and other challenges by fostering a supportive environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid driving licence; access to a car is essential.
• Strong interest in supporting adults from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to helping others.
• Excellent communication skills and a person‑centred approach.
• Experience in mental health and wellbeing settings is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Access to training, formal and informal learning, and career development opportunities.

EEO & Inclusion Statement

Penumbra is committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, neurodiverse candidates, and candidates with mental health conditions throughout the recruitment process. We will make any reasonable adjustments required to ensure a fair and inclusive process for all. If you think you require reasonable adjustments, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [e-mail].