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 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

Post: Employability Advisor (IPS Specialist)

Ref: REC1847

Location: Fife

Hours: 37.5 per week

Salary: Pro rata 28,575 to 32,382 (Point 25 - Point 29)

*whilst this is a scale for progression, the starting salary is point 25

Contract: Fixed Term - 31/03/26 (with possible extension)

About the Role

Fife council funds SAMH to deliver the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Service, supporting people with addiction and mental health problems and additional barriers throughout Fife. The SAMH National Employment Team operates high quality services to support people to access and sustain employment, education, training or volunteering goals. The overall aim of the service is to improve employment prospects for people by delivering a holistic employment-focused specialist mental health support service.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team and make a positive impact on the lives of the people we support.

What we are looking for

Experience in supporting people to find and sustain employment is critical to this role as is an understanding of addiction and mental health problems. The role is hybrid and can be from home or office based depending on the employee's caseload and the client needs. Access to a car is essential.

You will have excellent communication and inter-personal skills and be able to demonstrate knowledge and experience in supporting individuals with mental health problems, support planning, and supporting individuals to achieve their goals. Although supporting customers into employment is the ultimate aim of this contract, SAMH's role as a specialist provider focusses on equipping customers with the skills and confidence to take them closer to the jobs market. The role will take in central and east Fife.

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;

Reimbursement of PVG fees and registration costs.

Funded continuous learning and development opportunities, 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

4 public holidays

2 paid wellbeing days off per year to use on what matters to you.

Team wellbeing budgets

Workplace pension scheme

Life Assurance policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date for applications will be

18th November 2025 at 12 Noon.

To apply please visit; https://www.samh.org.uk/information/work-with-us

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.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high level of applicants and would encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.

SAMH is committed to promoting equality and diversity and to represent the communities we are here to support. We aim to have a truly diverse organisation - diversity of thought, background, experience and of all protected characteristics. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who have experienced mental health problems and individuals from minority communities.

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 28,575.00-32,382.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Life insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person