Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. We have represented the voice of people most affected by mental health problems in Scotland for almost 100 years. Today, in over 60 communities we work with adults and young people providing mental health social care support, services in primary care, schools and further education, among others.
These services together with our national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention and active living; inform our 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
About the Role
Are you passionate about ending mental health stigma, discrimination and inequality? If so there are two great opportunities to join the team at See Me.
See Me is the national programme to end mental health stigma and discrimination. We are funded by the Scottish Government and managed by SAMH and The Mental Health Foundation. Influencing change is what the programme is all about.
We are currently looking for a talented Project Officer to join our Communities and Priority Groups team.
What we are looking for
As project officer (Communities and priority groups) you will influence and facilitate change to support and grow the social movement to end mental health stigma and discrimination. This will involve creating partnerships, involving people with lived experience of mental health problems and coordinating a range of different projects and activities.
The role involves working with a range of organisations and partners who engage with and support diverse communities (of place, interest and identity) to call out and challenge mental health stigma and discrimination. Empowering people and communities to take action is a central aspect of the role.
In the role you would support change and improvement for priority populations, (defined as those at greatest risk of experiencing mental health stigma and discrimination), groups protected under the Equality Act (2010) and people experiencing multiple stigma and marginalisation. Supporting people and communities to take action is central to the role.
The job holder will maintain excellent working relationships across the programme and particularly within their team.
What we will provide for you
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;
Closing date for applications will be Monday 16th January at 12 noon.
If you’d like an informal chat about this role and working for SAMH, please contact: Monique Campbell; monique.campbell@seemescotland.org
To apply and for further information please visit: samh.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/SAMH/Public/Function/$ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUIT_EXT?suite=CES&token=f8131c04-495a-4bf2-8366-033cbde3ef89
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.
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