Support Worker 2 (REC1783)

Around since , SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. Today, we operate over 70 services in communities across Scotland, providing mental health social care support, addictions and employment services, among others. Together with national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention, and physical activity and sport, these services inform SAMH’s 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

Post: Support Worker Level 2

Ref: REC

Location: Castlemilk, Glasgow (ARBD Hoddam Service)

Salary: £24, - £25, (£12.60 - £12.85 per hour, salary point 13-19*)

*Whilst this is a scale for progression, the starting salary is point 13

Hours: 37.5 per week

Contract: Permanent

Are you someone who thrives in a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a real difference?

At Hoddam Care Home, we support 8 individuals living with Alcohol Related Brain Damage (ARBD). ARBD is a condition where there are changes to the structure and functions of the brain as a result of long-term heavy alcohol use. It can result in problems with memory, judgement, and a person's ability to live independently. (REF Mental Welfare Commission above))

Our service is based in Castlemilk and provides 24/7 care in a supportive environment. Some residents may continue to use alcohol, and our team provides non-judgmental support through challenging periods, always guided by compassion and understanding. This may mean having to support them through difficult periods and manage challenging behaviours with compassion and understanding of their underlying condition.

We’re looking for Support Workers who are resilient, empathetic, and confident working in complex situations. You’ll be part of a close-knit team helping individuals:

• Engage with addiction recovery services

• Improve their mental health and wellbeing

• Build daily routines and regain independence

• Develop personalised support plans and review progress

This is a shift-based role, including early and late shifts, plus weekly sleepovers (paid at an enhanced rate). You’ll also be part of an on-call rota to ensure consistent support.

What we are looking for

We are looking for motivated and committed individuals to join our team of existing support staff. It is important that you have shared values with SAMH to include respect for others and a desire to encourage and promote recovery and a good standard of living for those we support.

The ability to work as part of a team is essential. Although knowledge and experience of working with addiction is desirable it is not essential and would welcome applications from people with lived experience themselves..

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re passionate about supporting people through both the challenges and the breakthroughs, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re ready to be part of a team that supports people through both challenges and breakthroughs, apply now and help us make a lasting impact.

A diagnosis of ARBD acknowledges the serious damage of long-term heavy drinking on a person's brain. There are different forms of ARBD and symptoms vary with each individual. We recommend all applicants take a look at the attached guide on ARBD and strongly encourage any questions about this during the recruitment process.

Alcohol-relate brain damage - new guide | Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland

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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 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

To apply please visit: class="ql-align-justify"> PVG Scheme Membership, a Right to Work in the UK check and proof of any qualifications declared in 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.

SAMH is committed to promoting equality and diversity and to represent the communities we are here to support. We aim to have a truly diverse organisation – diversity of thought, background, experience and of all protected characteristics. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who have experienced mental health problems and individuals from minority communities.

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