Change Mental Health is looking for a Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner to join our community-based services in Dumfries & Galloway.You’ll support people experiencing poor mental health or mental illness to build confidence, resilience and stronger connections within their community, providing practical, person-centred support focused on what matters to each individual.
About the role
You’ll work directly with people through a mix of 1:1 support, group activities and community engagement, helping individuals identify achievable goals, develop personal or outcome-focused plans and build practical strategies to support their mental health and wellbeing.You’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive environment, encourage peer and community connections, and work with local organisations and services to make sure people can access the right support and opportunities.
Essential
- Experience facilitating groups, peer-support activities or community-based sessions.
- Experience providing structured 1:1 support and contributing to personal or outcome-focused plans.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive, professional relationships.
- Ability to manage your own workload and work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred, strengths-based and recovery-focused practice.
- Understanding of risk assessment and safe decision-making.
- SVQ Level 2 Social Services and Healthcare (Adults) or willingness to work towards this if required.
- SSSC registration, or willingness to register if required.
Desirable
- Experience supporting people affected by mental health issues.
- Knowledge of local community resources, services and referral pathways.
- Experience supporting people affected by trauma, social isolation or complex circumstances.
What we offer
- 37 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
- Two paid Mental Wellbeing Days
- Enhanced sick pay and leave entitlements
- Professional development, including funded opportunities
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Support for flexible working and work-life balance
- The role is typically worked across weekdays between 9am and 5pm, with occasional evening or weekend working depending on service needs.
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