Join Our Team – Supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Ukrainian Young People

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people? Do you want to be part of an innovative partnership supporting Ukrainian young people to thrive in their new communities?

U-evolve and The Junction are delighted to be recruiting for two exciting new roles as part of a partnership project providing dedicated mental health and wellbeing support for Ukrainian young people aged 12–21 living in Edinburgh.

Together, our organisations bring over 30 years of experience supporting young people's mental health across the city. Through this new programme, we will deliver accessible, trauma-informed and culturally responsive support that helps Ukrainian young people build resilience, improve their mental health and wellbeing, strengthen social connections and access the support they need.

Working closely with Ukrainian communities, local organisations and young people themselves, this project will combine individual and group wellbeing support with community engagement and service development to ensure support is shaped by the voices and experiences of the young people it serves.

This exciting new role will lead on building relationships with Ukrainian communities, partner organisations and local services across Edinburgh to ensure the programme reaches those who need it most.

Working alongside the Mental Health Support Worker and colleagues from both U-evolve and The Junction, you will engage with young people, families and community organisations, helping to co-design activities and develop a programme that reflects the needs, strengths and aspirations of Ukrainian young people.

You will be fluent in Ukrainian and have lived experience or a strong understanding of Ukrainian culture and community needs. You'll bring experience of working with young people, developing community-based projects and building meaningful partnerships that improve outcomes for young people.

What we're looking for

We are looking for compassionate, motivated and collaborative people who believe every young person deserves access to high-quality mental health support.

Successful candidates will be passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of young people and committed to delivering inclusive, culturally responsive services. You'll be empathetic, approachable and reflective, with excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team.

For both roles, fluency in Ukrainian and lived experience or a strong understanding of Ukrainian culture and community needs is essential.

Both roles require experience of working with young people, knowledge of trauma-informed approaches, safeguarding and professional boundaries, and a commitment to working collaboratively with young people, communities and partner organisations.

Why join us?

At U-evolve and The Junction, you'll become part of two organisations committed to improving young people's mental health through compassionate, evidence-informed, collaborative and person-centred support.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Ukrainian young people.
• Help shape an innovative new service from the beginning.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative partnership.
• Receive regular supervision, reflective practice and opportunities for professional development.
• Be part of organisations that value kindness, inclusion, collaboration and learning.

We will offer you:

• Competitive holiday package
• Flexible working patterns
• Competitive Pension
• Positive supportive working environment which promotes learning and development.

If you're passionate about supporting young people's mental health and want to help build an innovative service that makes a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Therapeutic Worker at our Dayhab facility in Aberdeen, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality therapeutic services to our service users. Supported and guided by the Service Manager, you will also take on a senior role in guiding and supervising volunteers within the facility.

The Role

• Provide leadership and guidance to volunteers to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Collaborate with the Service Manager and colleagues to develop and refine the Therapeutic Community program tailored to the needs of our service user
• Oversee the implementation of the Therapeutic Community program, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards.
• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of the program, making adjustments as necessary to optimize outcomes for service users.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the overall service in Aberdeen, working closely with the Service Manager and other team members.

About You

• Experience of facilitating or co-facilitating group programmes
• Experience of delivering 1 to 1 support
• An understanding of the complex issues presented by individuals within drug and alcohol recovery.
• Experience of working with individuals in the substance use sector or related field.
• The ability to be innovative and be flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
• Be able to work effectively with multi-agencies, whilst maintaining the excellent reputation of the service.
• Knowledge of adult and child protection essential as you will be working with vulnerable people in a community setting

Your Rewards

• Starting salary of £26,298 per year, with opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments subject to appraisal
• Generous annual leave, benefits package, and continuous training opportunities
• Access to employee assistance programs and wellbeing activities
• The chance to be part of a collaborative team dedicated to making a difference
• Potential relocation package if you are not in the area - get in touch to discuss

The Service

This community based service will be framed around our Residential Therapeutic Community model, providing a structured day service. This flexible service will run a structured group work programme in addition to 1 to 1 support, including a range of meaningful activities to build recovery capital. Ran by a small team of 3 staff with support from volunteers and peer mentors. You will also work closely and collaborate with our new Residential service based in Alford and the new Housing team also based in Aberdeen city centre.

About Phoenix Futures

Join a legacy of over 50 years in providing rehabilitation services. At Phoenix Futures, we're committed to rebuilding capacity in the residential rehab sector across England and Scotland. Your dedication will contribute to our mission of delivering hope and transformation to individuals and families affected by addiction. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, and we value our history.

Read more about our history andguiding principles on our website here

An exciting opportunity to join a team supporting people at risk of homelessness in a hospital setting

About the project

The Hospital In-reach service operates across 3 sites in Edinburgh; the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, the Western General Hospital and the Royal Edinburgh Hospital. The project supports people to complete courses of treatment within hospital, plan for a discharge into accommodation that suits their needs and provide follow up support to those with the most complex healthcare needs.

A quote from someone who used the service,

“You literally saved my life, I was sitting in my bed thinking I have nowhere to stay, and when they tell me to leave I will be on the streets in winter and won’t survive the cold or I would have to start using again and that would be it for me. Then you came into the ward to offer your service and it was like being sent an Angel to look out for me”

About the role

Working alongside clinicians in the hospital settings, you will provide one-to-one person-centred support to people in hospitals. You will work with individuals to enable them to identify housing options, personal outcomes and priorities for their health and wellbeing and link them to local support services and activities. The role works across multiple hospital sites, as well as community healthcare and accommodation settings. The role regularly involves lone working, with a need to work flexibly across multiple locations on any given day and can be physically demanding.

About you

You will have experience of working with people who are experiencing complex social and emotional circumstances, and a strong understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness. You will use your excellent interpersonal skills to deliver effective one-to-one work as well as manage relationships with multiple partner agencies.

You will be resilient and thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with the ability to respond flexibly.

How we will support you

We will encourage you to be creative and innovative in your approach to supporting people.

You will be supported by friendly and close-knit team, have extensive opportunities for learning, and be a key part of the service development and systems change that makes up the current Health & Social Care landscape.

You’ll also have access to wider Cyrenians support, including our learning and development programme and staff wellbeing services.

About us

At Cyrenians we tackle the causes and consequences of homelessness. We understand that there are many routes into homelessness, and that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to supporting people towards more positive and stable futures. That’s why all our work is values-led and relationships-based.

Website: cyrenians.scot

oAdults 18+ Fife-wide (Regulated Role)

You will be joining a small Fife-wide team, with a big reach, to assist individuals to identify and potentially access the right level of support and provision which aims to meet their own circumstances and aspirations. To help facilitate this you will work with individuals and, where appropriate, their networks, stakeholders and wider communities to help grow resilience and capacity which encourages opportunity and might reduce/delay the need for statutory interventions.

o Are you able to evidence meaningful experience of providing one-to-one support using a Good Conversation and/or person-centred approach which offers people relevant information, signposting and assistance?

o Are you able to self-motivate and work with a degree of autonomy to manage your workload safely and efficiently within a prescribed framework?

o Are you passionate about working to promote equality, inclusion and engagement?

o Are you able to effectively record and report on your work activity which includes the use of IT software and systems?

o Do you possess the creativity, energy and commitment required to work with a broad spectrum of people including those who are vulnerable and/or experiencing challenging circumstances?

At Cairn Housing Association, we’re passionate about creating great homes, delivering great services and offering great opportunities for our people.

We are currently recruiting for a Housing Officer (Income) to join our team as part of our ongoing commitment to landlord health and safety compliance for our tenants and residents in over 5000 homes across Scotland.

Reporting to the Income Manager, you will provide an excellent Income Management Service to our tenants and customers. You will also help to deliver a housing management service including debt recovery & enforcement action to maximise income and sustain tenancies. In addition, you will advise & support customers with issues surrounding benefit & welfare entitlement.

Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Do:

• The role is responsible for the delivery of housing management services to meet our agreed KPI’s, SLA’s and legislative requirements.
• Lead & deliver all actions relating to rent arrears/allocation in line with our policies and procedures to deliver an effective housing management service and preserving our income.
• Assist and coordinate strategic projects which support organisational success and future proofing through the delivery of Strategic Action Plans.
• Organise, attend and chair if necessary multi-agency meetings to liaise with other partners and professionals for the effective partnership management of complex, high community risk or sensitive cases as required.
• Deliver an excellent day to day service to provide exceptional & consistent customer service within relevant policy & procedures by communicating effectively with a wide range of individuals with varying needs.
• Perform effective data management to enable accurate reporting and monitoring.
• Manage, develop, motivate and carry out Risk Assessments for direct reports to provide an excellent service suited to current and future organisational needs.
• Build and maintain relationships through partnership working internally and externally to deliver a one team approach.Lead on and enforce legal action in order to comply with our policies and procedures.
• Support colleagues and manage multiple direct reports and contribute towards training new staff to assist with developing the team
• Resolve customer issues and queries and apply creative thinking to identify personalised solutions to the satisfaction of customers.
• Respond to customer contacts, including investigating and responding to 1st stage complaints and assisting with responses to 2nd stage complaints to provide a high level of customer service.
• Contribute to, influence and implement the development of policy and procedures to ensure legislation is followed.
• Monitor budget spend in line with Line Management delegated authority to ensure plans do not exceed allowed expenditure.
• Pursue former tenant debt and recovery of re-chargeable repairs

Requirements – What We’re Looking For:

• Educated to HND level or other relevant professional qualification.
• Significant Line management/supervisory experience and substantial experience within a housing role 3-4 years.
• Significant experience in a similar role delivering a customer focused service.
• Knowledge of the social housing sector as well as a detailed understanding of housing legislation and best practice guidance and a detailed understanding of Welfare Benefits and their interaction within the Social Housing sector.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office 365 applications
• Detailed understanding of the scope and content of current legislation and regulations applicable to compliance activities with substantial knowledge of compliance policies.
• It is desirable that you have significant experience of dealing with vulnerable individuals.
• You must a willingness to travel to different sites, training and any other meetings as required
• Disclosure Scotland and Right to Work checks, a valid Driving licence and a car available for business use are mandatory for this role

Employee Benefits: Why Join Cairn?

We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive. Here’s what you can expect:

• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Tech and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Compassionate leave and more.

We value diversity and warmly welcome applications from all communities. Cairn is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Committed to Ending Abuse (CEA) provides specialist support to individuals and families affected by domestic abuse through our integrated three-stage Trauma Recovery Model, supporting people on their journey towards safety, recovery and greater independence.

As part of our ongoing service development, we are seeking to recruit an experienced and compassionate Crisis Support Worker to join our dedicated Crisis Intervention Team.

The Crisis Support Worker will provide responsive, time-limited crisis intervention and support to individuals who are experiencing, or have experienced, domestic abuse across the Falkirk area.

Working within a trauma-informed, person-centered and strengths-based approach, the successful candidate will undertake structured risk assessment and safety planning, provide emotional and practical support, advocacy and case management, and work closely with statutory and third-sector partner agencies to reduce risk and support positive outcomes.

The role requires an understanding of the dynamics and impact of domestic abuse, including coercive and controlling behaviour, the barriers survivors may face when seeking support, and the importance of recognising and building upon survivors' existing strengths and protective strategies.

CEA supports women, children, young people and, where appropriate, men affected by domestic abuse. We welcome applications from candidates who have experience of supporting people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

We are looking for someone who can work confidently and sensitively with individuals experiencing crisis and complex circumstances, while promoting safety, informed choice, dignity, independence and recovery.

Applicants should have relevant experience within domestic abuse, gender-based violence, social care, community support or a related field. Experience of structured domestic abuse risk assessment, safety planning, multi-agency working and trauma-informed practice would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks.

This role may involve outreach and community-based work across the Falkirk area. Applicants must therefore be able to travel as required to fulfil the duties of the post.

At Money Matters, we believe everyone deserves financial security, a warm home and access to high-quality advice when they need it most.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Energy & Financial Wellbeing Adviser to join our team and provide holistic support across energy advice, welfare rights and money advice.

Every day you'll help people access vital income, reduce household costs, improve financial wellbeing and build more secure futures.

About the Role

You will provide practical advice and support to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship, helping them to:

• Reduce household energy costs

• Access grants, discounts and energy assistance schemes

• Maximise income through welfare benefits and financial support

• Improve budgeting and financial capability

• Address debt and financial difficulties

• Access the support they are entitled to

You will manage your own caseload, maintain accurate records and work collaboratively with partner organisations to achieve positive outcomes for clients.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience providing welfare rights, money advice, debt advice or related advice services

• Good knowledge of Universal Credit and other social security benefits

• Experience supporting clients with income maximisation and benefit applications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent organisational and case management skills

• A person-centred and compassionate approach

• Good IT and digital skills

Experience providing energy advice would be advantageous but is not essential.

A PVG Disclosure is essential for this position.

Help People Regain Financial Control

At Money Matters, we believe everyone deserves financial security, dignity and access to high-quality advice when they need it most.

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Debt Adviser to join our team and provide practical, person-centred support to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.

Every day you'll help people manage debt, maximise income, improve financial wellbeing and build a more secure future.

About the Role

As a Debt Adviser, you will provide specialist debt advice and support to clients facing a range of financial challenges.

Your role will include:

• Providing debt advice and casework

• Supporting clients to access appropriate debt solutions

• Negotiating with creditors and debt collection agencies

• Maximising household income through welfare benefits and other financial support

• Supporting budgeting and financial capability

• Undertaking benefit entitlement checks

• Managing a varied caseload and maintaining accurate records

• Working collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations

Operated by Enable Glasgow, Fortune Works is one of Scotland’s largest social enterprises and provides meaningful opportunities for people with a learning disability within Glasgow and surrounding areas. The service combines accessible social and enterprising activities with individualised support for people to make a positive contribution to their community.

We are currently looking for a full time support worker to join our team.

The Support Worker duties will include helping to create, facilitate and maintain positive person-centred activities which support people with a learning disability to play a worthwhile economic role as a valued member of the local community.

The successful candidate will provide a high quality of care and support for service users with a range of learning disabilities and will encourage participation in group activities to support people to gain skills and confidence. The applicant should also have experience of programme planning and review systems. Most importantly they should have a positive and empowering approach to supporting people with learning disabilities.

Benefits

Employee benefits include:

• 33 days leave (including public holidays) rising to 38 days after five years’ service.
• An enhanced pension scheme.
• Free life cover.
• Free access to counselling and wellbeing services.
• Support for training and professional development.
• Consistent working pattern of Monday - Friday, 9am-4pm.

Successful Candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme.

Enable Glasgow strives to apply equal opportunities and diversities principles in all aspects its work.

Fortune Works is part of Enable Glasgow a Charity registered in Scotland No.SC021077. Enable Glasgow is a company Limited by Guarantee No. 250688

Overview of Citizens Advice Edinburgh

The Citizens Advice Service was first established in Edinburgh in 1939. Over the years it has grown to deliver services from 4 main Bureaux (Dundas Street, Leith, Muirhouse and Portobello) and over 20 project/outreach

locations across the capital. In 2007 the separate Bureaux merged to form Citizens Advice Edinburgh (CAE, Charity Number SC038195).

Through a team of core and project staff and over 120 highly trained and committed volunteers, CAE provides a free, confidential, independent and impartial service to the citizens of Edinburgh on a wide range of issues including:

• Debt and money
• Welfare Rights
• Consumer issues
• Immigration
• Employment and workforce problems
• Housing
• Relationship and family issues
• Discrimination
• Health services
• Legal rights & responsibilities

Background:

The Patient Rights (Scotland) Act was passed in February 2011. The Act created the Patient Advice and Support Service (PASS) to promote awareness of patient rights and responsibilities, to assist people to deal with issues affecting their health and wellbeing and to provide advice and support to those wishing to give feedback or comments, or to raise concerns or complaints about NHS care received.

Purpose of the Post:

Patient Advisers will work with the Citizens Advice bureau/x in their local health board area and will also contribute to services provided throughout Scotland via a national PASS telephone advice line and by email and webchat via a national PASS website. The Patient Adviser will provide direct advice and information to clients; support bureaux volunteers to deliver information and advice relevant to the service; produce performance and monitoring reports; assist with the marketing and promotion of the service; and liaise with external organisations in order to maximise the efficiency and effectiveness of PASS.