Support Group Facilitator- Inverness

Bipolar Scotland
VO104008

We run a number of online and in-person support groups across Scotland that bring together people living with bipolar to share experiences and learn from one another. We believe that peer support helps reduce isolation, increases understanding of the condition, and encourages new ways of coping. To make this possible, we need dedicated facilitators who can ensure that groups are welcoming, safe, inclusive, and positive spaces for everyone who attends.

As a facilitator, you will work alongside a co-facilitator to lead a group once or twice a month for one to two hours. This involves welcoming participants, encouraging open discussion, and handling any issues or conflicts sensitively. You will also help the group run smoothly by keeping to time, making sure everyone has the opportunity to contribute if they wish, sending out meeting reminders, and submitting brief attendance statistics to Bipolar Scotland after each session.

We welcome applications from people with lived experience of bipolar, those who have supported others with mental health conditions, or anyone passionate about empowering others. Excellent listening, communication, and IT skills are essential, along with reliability, confidentiality, and a commitment to recovery-focused support. In return, you will gain valuable experience, build confidence, and receive training, supervision, and opportunities for development. PVG checks and references are required, and facilitators of in-person groups can claim travel expenses.

Experience required

Passion for supporting others.
● We welcome applications from people living with bipolar, or experience supporting others with bipolar or another mental health condition.
● Experience of engaging with groups previously would be an advantage, but not necessary.
● A belief that everyone can work towards their own personal mental health recovery, and an understanding that this will look different for each person.
● Excellent listening and communication skills.
● Good IT skills.
● The ability to commit to facilitating a meeting once per month– reliability is essential.
● A commitment to confidentiality

Travel expenses

Expenses are reimbursed following the completion of expenses statement and proof of travel.

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Training details

Volunteers would be required to participate in safeguarding training as well as 3 facilitator training sessions. Training is delivered online in the evenings and each session is approx 2hours.