NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. An exciting opportunity for the role of a Primary Mental Health Worker has arisen in its base in the West area. The main base is in Fort William, with duties also covering some schools within the West Area including Lochaber, Skye and Lochalsh The main emphasis of primary mental health work with children and young people is to enable community and primary care-based professionals to effectively recognise children and young people’s strengths and difficulties. Primary mental health work can be delivered as either a universal or targeted provision, according to the needs of the local population. The Primary Mental Health Worker (PMHW) will act as a locality cross-agency networker, providing early stage mental health assessment and interventions through liaison, consultation, supervision and training to primary care professionals. The PMHW will also provide direct clinical input to children, young people, and their families where this is indicated. This approach will build on, and further enhance the skills and resources of local community and specialist services. Thereby creating a more integrated and co-ordinated service that will respond more effectively to the needs of the local population. Informal enquiries regarding the post to: Emma Campbell Tel:07748 761785. Application Forms and Job Descriptions are available online here: https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/409890 reference number – HGH18036. If you are unable to apply online and you wish to request an offline application please contact Business Support 01955 608279 (24 hour Voicemail) quoting the post reference number above. Please quote reference in the subject line of your email – HGH18036 Closing date for completed applications: Monday 3rd February 2025