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: Bank Relief Recovery Workers
Ref: REC1792
Location: Dundee Care at Home Service
Hours: Variable
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Contract: Bank Relief
About the Role
SAMH has a well established reputation for delivering excellent support to people with mental health problems throughout Dundee. This work is about helping people to live well and achieve the things in life that really matter to them. The role will potentially cover our 24/7 care at home, housing support and/or the specialist mental health outreach service. These services are commissioned by Dundee City Council and support people living with severe and enduring mental health issues and common co-morbities, such as neurodevelopmental conditions, to live fulfilled lives and achieve their goals. This exciting opportunity will use recovery focussed interventions, supporting people to develop skills and positive support networks towards living an independent life in the community. We are seeking outstanding and motivated people to deliver the service and provide support to people with enduring mental illnesses and complex needs to regain their independence and improve their self-resilience and self-management skills.
What we are looking for
Bank Relief Recovery Workers provide direct support to individuals in the accommodation to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Support is focused on enabling people to build on their existing skills or develop new skills, increase their self-esteem and confidence, which in turn will encourage involvement and promote independence. This is achieved by using interpersonal and motivational skills to help an individual explore options, the possible outcomes/consequences and make an informed choice based on this.
You will be able to demonstrate good communication skills and a mature attitude together with adaptability and enthusiasm. Knowledge and experience in supporting people with mental health problems is desirable as is experience working with people who have had long term hospital admissions.
We are looking for individuals that can provide availability for a variety of shift patterns including evening, weekends, waking night shift and on-calls.
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 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
· Team wellbeing budgets
· Workplace pension scheme
· Life Assurance policy
· Employee Assistance Programme
Closing date for applications will be 12 noon, Monday 15th September 2025
If you’d like an informal chat about this role and working for SAMH, please contact: Lindsey McNab, 01382 413140, lindsey.mcnab@samh.org.uk
To apply and for further information please visit:
PVG Scheme Membership, a Right to Work in the UK check and proof of any qualifications declared 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.
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