We are recruiting – come and join Scottish Families!

We are seeking a Senior National Family Support Practitioner (Job Share, 0.5 FTE) to lead the development of our national family support services and provide day-to-day management of the Scottish Families national support team, providing appropriate support, personal development review and performance management to ensure the delivery of high-quality services, the safety and well-being of the staff and effective use of resources.

The Senior National Family Support Practitioner will work together with their job share partner to manage and participate in the day-to-day operational delivery of Scottish Families national support services. Scottish Families’ innovative national family support programme ensures a positive and empowering support approach that respects and recognises individuals’ needs, and balances these with the ethos and capacity of the service. Scottish Families national support services are branded and promoted as Helpline; ‘Click & Deliver’ take-home Naloxone; one-to-one Ripple Family Support; My Family, My Rights; and Bereavement Support.

The post is based at Edward House, Glasgow – Scottish Families’ national office. (Note that staff are currently working between home and office). This is a national post which includes some travel across Scotland. Hours worked will be in line with service delivery requirements, including occasional evenings and weekends when required. The post will be part of the Scottish Families’ staff team and be supervised by the Head of Programmes.

Together with their job share partner, the post-holder will line manage the national family support team; effectively manage the workflow within the national family support team, including caseloads, to ensure that family members’ support needs are met appropriately within a timely manner; directly participate in delivering national support, including scheduling and delivering virtual one-to-one structured evidence-based intervention sessions (includes delivering CRAFT; Community Reinforcement & Family Training); Helpline contact handling; and providing initial bereavement assessment and support, facilitating referrals to bereavement counselling where appropriate. The role includes overseeing the ongoing development of these services, as required, and quality assuring the work of the team by a range of means. The role also focuses on strengthening family support practice and resource development, advancing specialist skills and expertise, developing consistency of approach, and promoting information-sharing and peer support between team members.

We are seeking applicants who are educated to degree level or equivalent, with experience of direct client work, direct work with families, relationship-based practice, and group work. Applicants should have experience in identifying and managing risk; working in partnership; and the development of services; as well as knowledge of issues affecting families affected by substance use and bereavement. We are seeking an excellent listener, with the ability to support individuals from diverse demographics, and to identify and evaluate risk. Applicants must be organised and efficient with excellent written and verbal communication skills and a high degree of competence in MS Office programmes, including MS Excel. You should be available to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends

Express Group Fife is an established mental health charity with a network of social groups throughout Fife. The aim of the groups is to promote positive mental wellbeing by providing a safe place for sharing experiences and peer support. This aim is as relevant today as it was in 1977, when Express Group Fife started to operate, and the number of people living in the community with mental health problems is as large as ever.

We are looking to recruit a Group Co-ordinator to cover groups in St Andrews, Methil, Tayport and Cupar.

There are 4 elements to the service:

• Working with groups of people around a shared activity
• Providing a basic healthy lunch
• Supporting service users in the development of individual support/recovery plans
• Mental health promotion and community development work.

Job purpose:

• To support the team in working effectively with individuals by supporting service users in a group setting and assisting in the management of individuals.
• To co-ordinate and manage day support groups; in consultation with the Manager and caseworker, be responsible for the management of groups.
• To co-ordinate, manage, monitor and review the development of the groups in order to make them interesting and relevant to the people who attend.
• To provide emotional and practical support to service users with high support needs.
• To enable provision of a basic healthy lunch.

We are looking for an individual who can carry out a variety of duties within a locality office based in Ardrossan that provides support for people with dementia and their carers in a 7-day service. You will be the first point of contact for people phoning or calling at the service office and you should have a positive approach to dementia.

The role will consist of processing correspondence and other tasks such as photocopying, maintaining records, compiling statistics and databases for the Practice Team Leader and Commissioned Service Lead and other staff as required. Strong IT skills are essential.

Undertaking finance tasks in accordance with organisation guidelines. To bank receipts, submit finance documents and records to the national office on a weekly basis, reconcile petty cash each month and to collate salary information and ensure that details are properly authorised with the Payroll Administrator by the due date each month.

You will also have good organisational and communication skills. Relevant qualifications and/or experience of working with people with dementia would be an advantage.

SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) is Scotland's leading mental health charity, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals affected by mental health issues. Founded in 1923, the charity strives to create a society where mental health is valued, understood, and supported. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, SAMH is at the forefront of mental health advocacy, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need to lead fulfilling lives.

What will you do as Corporate Partnerships Manager?

Here at BTA, we have been given the fantastic opportunity of representing SAMH in their search for their new Corporate Partnerships Manager. Your expertise in account and relationship management will be crucial in building long-term, sustainable financial support where you will play a pivotal part in managing corporate partnerships that provide vital funding for SAMH mental health programs.

In this role you will be responsible for managing multi-year partnerships and delivering exceptional stewardship journeys for corporate supporters. Additionally, you will have a vital role in the Account Management team, while also collaborating closely with colleagues across the Fundraising Department and wider SAMH to fully maximise all opportunities for our partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Direct Line Management – Provide leadership and guidance to a team of two Account Managers, supporting their development and success. You will also support the Senior Manager in maximising the corporate income stream through partnership work.
• Account Management – Understanding funding mechanisms and processes is required to create relevant and innovative offerings tailored to partner needs making SAMH more attractive to corporate sponsors.
• Maximising Partnerships - Delivering high-quality, impactful partnerships that consistently meet or exceed partner expectations. Executing partnership projects flawlessly, building trust and paving the way for future collaboration and increased financial contributions.
• Relationship Management – Maintaining the current partnerships within SAMH, building and growing ongoing relationships to encourage long-term support and funding.
• Representation – Act as a passionate ambassador for SAMH, effectively representing our values and mission to external stakeholders and partners and advocating for mental health awareness and support in all interactions.

What does SAMH need from you?

Experience:

• Strong experience in meeting and exceeding income or fundraising targets, with the ability to develop and implement successful partnership strategies.
• Knowledge in managing corporate partnerships, ideally within a charity or not-for-profit sector.
• Demonstrable experience of line managing staff, including supporting and developing staff – desirable.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confidence in public speaking/presentations and report writing.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify new business development opportunities and areas for partnership growth.
• Competence in using CRM systems and databases to manage partner information and track progress – desirable.

What is in it 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 the benefits include;

• 30 days annual leave rising to 33 after 5 years’ service (+4 public holidays).
• 2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you.
• Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, access to over 100 courses online in addition to classroom and virtual training sessions.
• Workplace pension scheme and Life Assurance policy from day one