Children and Young People Practitioner

Scottish Action for Mental Health

Children and Young People Practitioner

Salary Not Specified

Scottish Action for Mental Health, Dundee

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 7 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 84edd3d9f5a54d86824c47f0c8a2c434

Full Job Description

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 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. About the Role The Children and Young People Practitioner will work across Dundee schools and communities to build the mental health knowledge and skills of children, young people, parents, carers, volunteers and staff through mental health capacity building workshops, training programmes, information sessions and resources. Delivery will also include individual and group work support to young people who are experiencing low mood and anxiety. What we are looking for We are looking for individuals with experience delivering individual support and group work to young people around their mental health and wellbeing. They will also be experienced in workshop facilitation, training delivery and development. With exceptional communication skills and ability to manage own case load, the Children and Young People Practitioner will work flexibly to deliver the wide range of programmes on offer, whilst ensuring practice is of the highest quality at all times. A driving licence and access to a car is essential for this post. What we will provide for you You will work in a supportive environment and will be provided with a full induction along with ongoing training opportunities. You will be given the chance to develop your knowledge and skills, as well as develop professionally. Some of our benefits include: Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, with access to over 100 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 Workplace pension scheme Life Assurance policy Employee Assistance Programme, None specified

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Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland’s national mental health charity. Today, SAMH operates 60 services in communities across Scotland providing mental health social care support, homelessness, addictions and employment services 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.