Are you passionate about helping people to live a better life? Do you want to work for a charity where your health and wellbeing matter just as much as the people you support? Do you want to be part of a trauma-informed team where you will be supported to develop creative and flexible ways of working?

At LinkLiving, our values and people are at the heart of everything we do including how we recruit our staff. It is important for us to find people who share our values, which are:

• Empathy (listen to and understand an individual’s needs and circumstances)
• Respect (treat others the way they wish to be treated)
• Integrity (be honest and have strong moral principles)
• Caring (show kindness and concern for others)

LinkLiving is a Scottish health and wellbeing charity that supports people to manage or overcome the effects of negative life experiences (including trauma, mental health challenges, poverty and inequality) so that they can build on their strengths and aspirations in order to live their best possible lives. We support people through a range of models including:

• Personal development and employability programmes
• Self-help coaching
• Supported accommodation
• Care at home
• Housing support
• Befriending
• Social cafes

The Service

The Better than Well service is delivered by Self-help Coaches who provide help to people over the age of 16 in Fife who have struggled with trauma and have found it difficult to engage with other services. The Peer worker role is an exciting service development which will offer self help, safety and stabilisation group work to clients. Sitting alongside our mainstream Better ThanWell service, this peer led project will provide an alternative option of accessing the service through group sessions.

The Job

The purpose of the job is to deliver Managing Well, our supported self-help groupwork project that sits within our wider Better than Well service.

Better than Well provides up to 8 one-to-one supported self-help sessions to adults who have experienced childhood trauma in Fife, particularly those who have found it difficult to engage with other services. The service is available to all adults who have experienced childhood trauma.

Managing Well is a pilot project which aims to reduce the barriers to accessing services through the provision of group sessions for survivors of childhood trauma. Sitting alongside our mainstream self-help service (Better than Well), this peer-led project will enable survivors the additional option of accessing group sessions through which they will be supported to better understand the impact of trauma on their mental health and to develop emotional self-regulation techniques to better manage mild to moderate mental health issues arising from this trauma.

About You

We're seeking a passionate advocate with a higher education background and a deep understanding of the complex issues facing marginalized communities. The Peer worker will have lived experience of using mental services and be able to use this experience to support others. You'll thrive in collaboration, contributing with open communication, empathy, and a dedication to building positive relationships.

Mental health is your priority, both personally and professionally, with expertise in self-help resources and a commitment to their use. You'll naturally apply a person-centered approach, empowering individuals to find their own strength and navigate challenges.

Proactive well-being management ensures you face any situation with a calm mind and resourceful spirit. Your excellent communication skills adapt to diverse audiences, fostering clear and effective dialogue.

A flexible and practical approach, paired with data management skills, makes you a valuable asset. A current driving license and reliable car provide the reach to support those in need, wherever they may be.

While not essential, experience with self-help techniques like CBT further expands your toolkit.

For a comprehensive list of the essential and desirable criteria required for this post, please refer to the Job Specification in the Job information Pack below.

What’s in it for you?

The benefits of being a LinkLiving employee (subject to the policies and benefit terms and conditions) include:

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, and opportunity for annual performance related salary increases and discretionary non-consolidated pay awards, subject to terms of the scheme
• 35 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays) pro rata plus additional 3 days pro rata after 3 years’ service
• opportunity to buy and sell holiday
• enhanced company sick and family friendly pay
• access to paid SVQ qualifications and a wide range of learning and development opportunities
• funded Disclosure Scotland and Scottish Social Services Council memberships
• defined contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
• access to an Electric vehicle leasing scheme, subject to the terms of the scheme
• life assurance scheme providing death in service benefits to named beneficiaries
• healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and wellbeing plus discounts on shopping, restaurants, and other services
• employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well-being
• annual flu vaccination
• access to a savings and borrowing scheme
• cycle to work scheme
• monthly bus pass scheme
• season/travel ticket loan and much more!

For a full list of benefits available to employees, please see the following link - linkliving.org.uk/work-with-us

This post is subject to Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme registration. Link will meet the cost of any new PVG scheme membership or scheme record update.

Further Information

Interested? If you have any questions about the role, please email jobs@linkhaltd.co.uk and we can arrange for someone from the service to call you for an informal chat.

To find out more about what LinkLiving do and to view the generous pay and benefits package, please visit our website at linkliving.org.uk

If you’re thinking about working in adult social care, download the Guide to adult social care jobs in Scotland for in-depth information on everything you need to know to get started. In addition, you can enrol on a free, online 6 week part-time tutor-supported ‘Introduction to a Career in Social Care’ course. The course introduces the area of social care and can be a stepping-stone to employment or further training.

MELD is a community-based substance use agency providing recovery services in Midlothian and East Lothian.

Are you looking for a satisfying role in a recovery focussed organisation which offers a competitive Salary Structure and an Incremental Scale? Do you want to work in a positive working environment and be part of a dynamic and vibrant team? MELD offers a whole range of benefits including professional supervision, development and training and a generous annual leave allowance, plus your birthday off.

MELD is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our peer team. We are recruiting people who are committed to providing high quality services for individuals with substance use issues, who can work effectively as part of a dynamic team and in partnership with statutory services.

The Post Holder (ELRHPSW) will provide and promote peer support and recovery services to people recovering from their problematic use of alcohol and drugs. This will be achieved by supporting people in the different phases of their recovery from initial engagement with services and the recovery community through to options for education, training, volunteering and employment.

Please note only female applicants need apply under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 and Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975.

Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC); established in 2004, is an independent charity with the objective of relieving the distress and improving the welfare of women and girls who, at any time in their lives, have been subjected to any form of sexual violence. LRCC works collaboratively with 17 Rape Crisis Centres across Scotland who also adhere to National Service Standards.

The National Lottery Community Fund, Improving Lives- Young Persons Project 2025-2027: Lanarkshire Rape Crisis Centre (LRCC) has been awarded funding for a 3-year period for a Young Survivors Project. The funding will provide a dedicated Young Survivors Support Service and lead to the creation of a Young People Reference Group. The Support Service will offer a range of individual and peer support options to aid in the recovery from any form of sexual violence or abuse. The Reference Group will be a space for young people to come together in solidarity, have their voices championed and amplified and be a key part of the prevention landscape tackling gender-based violence. The funding means we are recruiting 2 new staff to lead on the development and delivery of the project and work collaboratively within our existing staff teams to deliver the project outcomes.

Purpose of Job

To deliver specialist therapeutic support and information services to young survivors age 12yrs+ affected by sexual violence, at our main premises, at outreach locations across Lanarkshire and via virtual methods.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, non-judgmental and empathetic person to join our team, with responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day running of our client services. These comprise: Counselling, Family Mediation, Child Contact and other related forms of Family Support, including Play Therapy.

We are ideally looking for someone with a background in one of these practice areas, or in Mental Health, Social Work or a related profession, including experience of managing a Registered Service. They will be experienced in trauma informed practice, safeguarding and managing people.

This is a new role, based at the Counselling Centre in Kirkwall, which will support our Service Director to ensure the efficient and effective running of all client services, including responsibility for the following areas:

• Delivery Team: Manage and support the client services delivery team, including line management of 6 employed staff and 12 self-employed practitioners; liaise with 9 external clinical supervisors
• Policy and procedure: Ensure client services operate in line with Policies and Practice
• Procedures, including in relation to each of the practice areas (Counselling, Mediation, Child Contact), Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Risk Assessment and Management
• Client liaison and data handling: Responsible for secure handling of all client data and oversight of Client Liaison, including referral pathways and managing workflow
• Finance: day-to-day management of staff-related expenditure and supporting the Service Director with preparation of budgets and reports
• Partnerships: work with key local partners including NHS Community Mental Health, Orkney Islands Council Social Work, NHS Drug & Alcohol Team, and other third sector services to ensure a holistic approach to meeting individual client needs ; represent the organisation at the Relationships Scotland Practice Committees for Counselling, Family Mediation and Child Contact
• Close working with and deputising for the Service Director

About Relationships Scotland Orkney

We are an independent charity and member of the Relationships Scotland national network of 21 Member Services meeting the needs of clients across the country. We exist to relieve the needs and promote the welfare of individuals, families and children affected by relationship difficulties by providing support services, principally family mediation, child contact and confidential counselling services, and to develop other appropriate services to meet the changing needs of those disadvantaged by such difficulties.

Our values

• We are committed to working to the highest possible standards in accordance with the requirements of professional bodies.
• We respect and value diversity in our clients, practitioners, staff members and volunteers.
• We work in partnership with other organisations and individuals who share our aspirations for the people of Orkney.
• We are transparent and accountable, acting with openness and integrity at all times.

You can see our latest Annual Report rsorkney.org.uk/2024/07/annual-report-2023-24

We currently have a staff team comprising: 10 employed staff, 8 sessional Child Contact Workers,

12 self-employed practitioners (Counsellors/Mediators/Play Therapists), 10 external clinical

supervisors.

KO-NEKT provides 1:1 support within the community for children and young people (aged 5-25) with Additional Support Needs (ASN). We fully support the integration and independence of our service users by championing their rights and helping them be the best they can be. Our mission is to support children and young people to live, work and stay in the mainstream of their communities.

Based in our Coatbridge office, you will oversee a team of ASN Support Practitioners and manage a significant caseload of children and young people.

This is a key leadership role, offering an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of children and young people, helping them to live full, meaningful and inclusive lives. We’re looking for someone who has the vision, passion and skills to drive our services forward and deliver high-quality support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of ASN Support Practitioners
• Prepare monthly staff rotas, ensuring optimal coverage that meets the needs of service users
• Oversee the delivery of services to children and young people with ASN
• Ensure all service user information (eg, support plans, reviews and outcomes) are accurately entered and regularly updated in our bespoke online system
• Maintain high standards of data integrity and confidentiality
• Build and maintain strong relationships with your team, colleagues, families, social care and all key stakeholders
• Ensure that services meet regulatory standards and continue to improve in quality
• Maintain an in-depth understanding of the Self-Directed Support Act and apply its principles
• Support the business strategy locally and promote the growth of KO-NEKT's services in North Lanarkshire

About You:

• Considerable experience in Social Care, ideally with a background in social work and/or in a senior position within ASN/ASD/Disability service.
• Proven experience with Care Inspectorate values and requirements
• Proven experience in managing teams and driving culture change
• Strong commitment to inclusion for children and young people with ASN
• SSSC Care at Home registered (or willingness to register)
• Excellent communication and partnership-building skills
• Proficient in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office and databases to support daily operations
• Ability to lead strategically at a local level, supporting service expansion
• Full driving license and access to your own vehicle for business use

This role is essential to achieving our mission. If you're a dedicated leader who is ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid is seeking to recruit a women’s worker to provide support to vulnerable women who have experienced domestic abuse.

Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid supports women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour-based abuse primarily from the Asian, Black and Minority Ethnic community.

Experience of working with women and knowledge and understanding of the impact of domestic abuse, forced marriage and honour based abuse on women from minority ethnic backgrounds is required.

A suitable qualification that meets the needs of the Scottish Social Servies Council (SSSC) housing support registration is required otherwise training will be provided.

The nature of our work requires a commitment to the feminist analysis of domestic abuse and values of Hemat Gryffe Women’s Aid.

Are you passionate about helping disabled people to be in charge of their own life? Our SDS Development Officers work with individuals to assist them with considering their options under the Self-Directed Support legislation.

Used to carrying a caseload, you’ll be helping people to understand the options for their social care that are available to them. If they choose to employ their own personal assistants, you’ll help them further by working with them to make this a reality. Your work will likely cover the whole of Fife, though we may divide up the area into patches at a future date.

Warm, kind and approachable, you’ll be a great communicator and you’ll bring a creative, problem solving and “can do” attitude. You’ll be used to working on your own initiative, but also being part of and contributing to, a supportive team.

If you like the idea of being part of and contributing to, an organisation going through change, come and help us be the best we can be, in order to provide the best possible service to the people of the Kingdom.

In return, as well as your salary, you’ll get a very generous leave allowance of 43 days, flexible working arrangements, employers pension contribution of 10%, death in service benefit plus other benefits.

The successful applicants will be subject to PVG checks.

Could you be part of something different? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to use their gifts, skills and experience to make a difference to the lives of the people in our parishes and communities.

We are looking for someone to support the Parish Minister and ministry team, providing ministry, worship and pastoral care in the parish; with a particular focus on pioneering new forms of worship or fresh expressions of church across the communities of the parish.

It is essential you have the right to work in the UK before applying to work with us. You will be asked to provide proof of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK if you are invited to attend for an interview.

Purpose of the Post

• To provide an age-appropriate, high-quality service to children and young people aged 13-22 who have experienced domestic abuse, with a particular focus on those aged 16 and above.
• To address the growing need for support among young individuals experiencing domestic abuse in their own relationships, including crisis intervention, advocacy, and life skills development.
• To meet legal requirements, Dundee Women’s Aid (DWA) standards, and policies while promoting DWA’s work in the local and wider community.
• To collaborate with young people, families, and external agencies to ensure a comprehensive, person-centred approach to addressing domestic abuse.
• To support the Senior Children’s Services Domestic Abuse Practitioner, CEO, Depute CEO and colleagues in achieving DWA objectives and identifying areas for improvement.

Full details in Information Pack below.

Every day people with chest, heart and stroke conditions are leaving hospital scared and alone. You can be part of our mission to make sure that there is no life half lived in Scotland.

By joining Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland (CHSS) as Health Information Officer you can help to be the difference between people just surviving and really living.

You will be part of Scotland’s leading health charity providing support to people with chest, heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid to live life to the full again. The CHSS Health Information service exists to ensure that people affected by these conditions are supported with information they want, when they need it, and in a way that is appropriate for them.

As the CHSS Health Information Officer you will be responsible for reviewing, developing and maintaining CHSS’s health information in all formats. As well as working on the identified processes involved in maintaining PIFTICK accreditation of these resources.

The post holder will collaborate with the appropriate internal and external professionals and advisory groups ensure that the content of all preexisting and new resources remain current, and evidence based.