Job Description

Around since 1923, SAMH is Scotland's national mental health charity. Today, we operate over 70 services in communities across Scotland, providing mental health social care support, addictions and employment services, among others. Together with national programme work in See Me, respectme, suicide prevention, and physical activity and sport, these services inform SAMH's 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:

Mental Health Practitioner

Ref: REC1746

Location: Moray Services

Hours: 22.5 hrs per week

Salary: 24,570 - 25,070 (pro rata) (12.60 - 12.85 per hour, Salary Points 13-19)

whilst this is a scale for progression, the starting salary is point 13

Contract: Permanent

About the Role/Secondment

SAMH Moray provides 6 pathways of recovery based practical and emotional support to individuals across Moray and SAMH Mental Health Practitioners will work across these 6 pathways.

What we are looking for

Respect and dignity for the people who use our services is at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for people with great people skills who are honest, reliable and resilient in challenging situations. You will be able to use initiative, compassion, energy and determination to establish a therapeutic relationships with individuals with a range of support needs and support them to identify and achieve meaningful goals.

Knowledge and experience in supporting people with mental health problems or distress is desirable but not essential, as is experience working with adults with a wide range of support needs.

Supporting the people who use our services means there are a variety of shift patterns including evenings and weekends. Please note that travel is an essential part of the role and due to the geographical reach, a valid driving licence and access to own vehicle are desirable for the post.

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;

Fully funded SVQ qualification to meet the conditions of your SSSC registration

Reimbursement of PVG, Disclosure & SSSC annual 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 (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

Closing date for applications will be 12 noon, Monday 28th July 2025

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: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,570.00-25,070.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: REC1746