Clinical Psychologist

#### Role**About Simon Community Scotland**People are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Day-by-day, person-to-person, we tailor what we offer to whatpeople need. We’re here to provide consistent, friendly and informed support so that people can explore optionsand take ‘the next step’ towards their future. We welcome people with a wide range of skills and experiences toour team – including those who have lived through homelessness. To make a difference we need to work flexibly,with everyday-leadership, humour and a ‘can do’ spirit. We want to make it easy, make it right, and make ithappen – not only for the people we support, but also for each other. We care for and support each otherregardless of our role, service or location. We want people who share these values to join us and become a partof the Simon Community Scotland team.**Job Summary**Within Simon Community, we pride ourselves in taking a psychological and trauma informed approach to our work. Weunderstand the people we work with have likely experienced and continue to experience adverse life events whichlead to trauma responses, impacting both physical and mental health. The role of psychology within SimonCommunity ensures psychological theories and principles are embedded within the organisation in a creative andflexible way. Providing psychological safety and the best wellbeing possible for everyone accessing or workingfor Simon Community Scotland.Our psychology team within the organisation is continuing to grow, demonstrating their value and importance to ourever evolving services and support. We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to lead on this work in our Westof Scotland teams and take an active leadership role within the organisation. The key focus of this role will beto support the organisation to continue to implement psychologically informed environment principles and traumainformed care, creating and maintaining psychological safety for all. This work will be carried out under thesupervision of a Prinicipal Clinical Psychologist external to Simon Community Scotland. The job plan will beagreed with the Director of Services, working independently within the framework, policies and procedures of theorganisation. The job plan will cover both direct and indirect work, with more focus on indirect, it is anopportunity to use the range of skills of a Clinical Psychologist; leadership, formulation, consultation,supervision, research and service development. The job will include working across different services in theWest of Scotland, including supported accommodation, community support hubs and outreach. This job descriptionwill be subject to review as the psychology team, as well as the organisational needdevelops and the postholder will be a key stakeholder in that review. This is an exciting opportunity to reallyexplore what Clinical Psychology can offer those facing severe and multiple disadvantage and implement neededchange, thinking creatively, in an organisation that puts ‘being human’ and relationships at the heart of thework.#### Application notesto find out moreand applyClosing date: 2nd JanuaryWe reserve the right to close the advert early due to volume of applications.### Simon Community ScotlandClinical Psychologist Postcode: G5 0QW**Treasurer - Cruse Scotland Bereavement Support**A unique opportunity to contribute your financial expertise to an organisation making a profound difference tobereaved people across Scotland**About the Role:**Cruse Scotland is currently seeking a new Trustee to take on the key role ofTreasurer who as well as fulfilling the duties of a general Trustee, would undertake the added responsibility ofproviding strategic oversight of Cruse Scotland’s financial affairs.The role of Treasurer ensures that effective and appropriate financial measures, controls and procedures are adheredto, and will prepare and present reports to the Board and its Financial and Audit Committee. The Treasurer willwork closely with fellow board members in discussing the financial health of the organisation and consideroptions for ongoing sustainability. The Board meet quarterly as does the Finance and Audit Committee.**About Cruse Scotland:**We are Scotland’s leading bereavement charity, providing bereavement support toanyone in Scotland who needs us. Bereavement is often one of the toughest experiences that people will face intheir lifetime and for some it can be truly debilitating and completely overwhelming. The range of support weoffer includes our Free Bereavement Helpline, GriefChat (instant web-based support), individual and groupcounselling support, children and young people’s services, training to workplace support and more. See our section for more informationThe most remarkable thing about Cruse Scotland is the fact that our client services are delivered purely by avolunteer workforce - all of whom - are trained to professional standards. It’s fair to say that theirmotivation and commitment is contagious, and as such, we value their contributions highly.Our volunteer workforce of 250 people are located in communities across Scotland, and are supported by a staff teamof 23, the majority of whom are employed part time. Without our volunteers our organisation simply would notexist. This of course includes the contributions of those who oversee the governance of our charity - ourtrustees - all of whom are volunteers too. Our trustees comprise a broad range of professions and expertise andare an engaged, committed and friendly bunch. Meet them here:**Next Steps:**For more detail about the role please see the following documents:* role descriptor (see attached Treasurer Role Descriptor) (pdf)**Care Support Scotland**We are a charity with decades of experience supporting people across Scotland, providing those who need us withsupport that ranges from Mental Health, Learning Disability and Neurodiversity, Youth and Adult Homelessness andOlder People services. Guided by our values of Respect and Compassion, we empower both the people we support andour colleagues to Thrive every day.At Care Support Scotland caring isn’t just a job — it’s who we are. Join our dedicated team and help transform liveswhile growing your own career.• Pension contributions matched up to 6%• Financial Flexibility – Access your wages as you earn them with our Earned Wage Access benefit.• Employee Assistance Programme through HSF• Contribution to HSF Health Plan – supporting your everyday health needs• Generous annual leave – 33 days including public holidays, increasing with service• Supportive absence policies to help when you need time off• Death in Benefit Cover – 2x annual salary• Support with funded qualifications• Career development and progression opportunities**Who we are looking for:**The Learning Disability and Neurodiversity team is looking for Senior Support Worker to join our team. The serviceprovides practical and emotional support to adults who have a mental health diagnosis in our visiting supportservices in Edinburgh. We are looking for a hard working an experienced support worker who is interested inprogressing in their career and taking on additional responsibilities, or a senior support worker looking totake on a new challenge. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about a career in social carewho wants to gain valuable hands-on experience and enhance their skillset. Above all we want someone that sharesin our values. Our mission is to provide positive, life changing support, delivered by inspiring, professionalstaff.**Role and Responsibilities:*** Apply your knowledge of best practice, codes of practice and current regulations in the social care sector and ensure the provision of a high quality and socially inclusive service* Manage and co-produce support plans and contribute to support reviews* Assist Service Managers
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