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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 12h

We’re Hiring an Employment Advisor ✨Meet Mikael from the Elevate team

Salary: £26,002 – £28,891
Full time or part time hours available
Fixed-term until 31st March 2026
Based in Glasgow with travel across Glasgow
https://glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/26”

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 1d

GCA is looking for an Alcohol Counsellor, Self-Employed Trainer, Employment Advisor and a Men’s Wellbeing Support Worker to deliver powerful, practical training sessions across Glasgow.

🔗 Apply now: https://glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk/#/
#TrainerJobs #WellbeingAtWork #Glasgow

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 3d

We love hearing feedback from participants, and this one made our day from one of the students who recently completed one of our COSCA Skills courses.

If you’re interested, find out more information on our website: https://www.glasgowcouncilonalcohol.org/cosca-counselling-skills

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 6d

It's World Mental Health Day and we know that Alcohol plays a big part on our wellbeing. Alcohol affects the chemistry of our brain and increases the risk of mental health conditions. Our friendly non-judgemental team are here to support. Visit: glasgowcouncilonalcohol.org for more info.

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 6d

We’re growing our team at GCA!
Roles available: Alcohol Counsellor, Self-Employed Trainer, Employment Advisor & Men’s Wellbeing Support Worker.

Make a difference — apply today 👇
https://glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk/#/

#GlasgowJobs #Wellbeing #SupportWork

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 7d

We’re Hiring an Employment Advisor ✨Meet Mikael from Elevate
Salary: £26,002 – £28,891
Full time or part time hours
Fixed-term until 31st March 2026
Based in Glasgow with travel across Glasgow City.
https://glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/26”

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 8d

It's ADHD Awareness Month & ADHD can lead to higher alcohol use. Some may drink to cope. Feeling overwhelmed? Visit https://www.adhdawarenessmonth.org/ for daily tips! Worried about your drinking? Complete a free confidential screening at http://rethinkyourdrink.org.uk.

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 9d

It’s #ChallengePoverty week. In Scotland, people experiencing poverty at 18 times more likely to face challenges related to substance use. Find out more information on Challenge Poverty Week by heading to @povertyalliance.org.

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 11d

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀 Cutting back on alcohol can lower your risk! Find screening info across Scotland here: https://www.nhsinform.scot/healthy-living/screening/breast-screening/breast-screening-centres-in-scotland/. Learn more about risks: http://rethinkyourdrink.org.uk.

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 12d

Our Peer Educators have put together an event to launch the U-Turn Service!

Aged 12-25 in Glasgow? Come along to get to know the service, meet other peer educators and learn more about alcohol and drugs.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/u-turns-halloween-launch-event-tickets-1702918417829

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · 23d

Scotland’s alcohol-specific deaths remain high, with approx 50 lives lost weekly. We welcome the fall but urgent need remains.

GCA has supported people for 60 years & calls for investment in alcohol-specific services.

Here's what we do: glasgowcouncilonalcohol.org

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Sep 16

New Drugs Counselling Service in Glasgow 💬
Support for anyone affected by cocaine or cannabis—your own use or a loved one’s.
Sessions with counsellor Rachel | Mon, Wed & Thu evenings | Affordable rates.
🔗 www.gcadrugscounselling.co.uk

#Glasgow #Counselling #MentalHealth

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Sep 15

We’re hiring at GCA in Glasgow! Available roles:
• U-Turn Group Worker – £22.9–23.6k (pro-rata), pt,
• Training & Development Officer – £26.0–28.9k (pro-rata), hybrid,
• Women’s Wellbeing Support Worker – £22.9–24.9k (pro-rata), women only, Sep
glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk#/

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Sep 11

We won! 🎉

During this years Inspiring City Awards we won the 850 Legacy Award! We are absolutely over the moon to receive this prestigious award, and on our 60th year - we are delighted to be recognised for the support over to thousands of people.

@newsquestevents.bsky.social

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Aug 28

GCA Job Opportunities! We are currently looking for a Training & Development Officer and a U-Turn Group Worker. To find out more and apply go to our Hireful page >>>https://glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk/#/

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Aug 20

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been shortlisted for the Inspiring City Awards 2025 in two categories: 850 Legacy Award & Community Impact Award✨

As we celebrate 60 years of GCA, it’s an honour to be recognized for our continued impact in Glasgow City!

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Aug 11

Now hiring: Wellbeing Support Worker Men's Service in Head Office. For more information, please view the full job details which can be seen here: glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk#/job/details...

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Aug 7

Tuesday marked Results Day in Scotland! 📰🎓

Our career journeys rarely follow a straight line, and that’s absolutely okay! A lot of our fantastic team members are evidence that there is #NoWrongPath!

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 28

Now hiring: COSCA Trainer in Head Office. For more information, please view the full job details which can be seen here glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk#/

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 28

🎓 From Student to Professional!
"Completing the diploma with GCA enabled me to pursue a career in the addiction field. It also led to employment within GCA! I highly recommend this course."
Train with expert tutors, gain hands-on experience & build your counselling career.
📍 bit.ly/gcadiploma

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 24

🎓 From Student to Professional!
"Completing the diploma with GCA enabled me to pursue a career in the addiction field. It also led to employment within GCA! I highly recommend this course."
Train with expert tutors, gain hands-on experience & build your counselling career.
📍 bit.ly/gcadiploma

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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · Jul 24

@thegca.bsky.social is recruiting for the posts below
➡️COSCA Trainer
➡️Lead Course Tutor
More info is available on our website tinyurl.com/cdcs68c6

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 24

GCA Job Opportuniities!, We are looking for a COSCA Trainer and Lead Course Tutor. Please find details of these vacancies on Hireful. glasgowcouncilonalcohol.livevacancies.co.uk

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 24

👀 Curious about our upcoming counselling course?
Come along to our Information Day:
🗓️ Wed 23rd July
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 GCA, 14 North Claremont St, Glasgow (G3 7LE)

Get your questions answered and see if this is the right course for you!
#GlasgowEvents #InfoDay #AlcoholCounselling #GCA

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 23

👩🎓 Thinking about studying our Diploma? Fiona, who graduated in June 2023, calls it “one of the most precious and valuable experiences” of her life.
💬 “I gained more than I could have imagined.”
👉 Register your interest: bit.ly/gcadiploma