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

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 · 19h

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 · 1d

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 · 2d

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 · 3d

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 · 5d

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 · 6d

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 · 17d

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 · 24d

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 · 25d

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 · 29d

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

GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 22

Thanks to everyone supporting and attending our summer of self-care! Today was nail treatments, massage, facials and gift bags with lovely products from Lush. Big thanks to @lushbraehead @lushglasgowfort @Nailsby_Edie @vitalitatherapies

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GCA - Glasgow Council on Alcohol @thegca.bsky.social · Jul 22

The Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy at GCA is expertly taught and designed to empower you to be a fantastic counsellor.

🗣️ “GCA Diploma covered a wide variety of topics and modalities, the tutors were knowledgeable in these areas”

Apply for the course here: bit.ly/gcadiploma

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goodmovesjobs.bsky.social @goodmovesjobs.bsky.social · Jul 18

@thegca.bsky.social are recruiting for Administration Assistants.

💵£22,932 – £23,551 pro-rata
🕑16hrs & 26hrs per week
📍Glasgow

Find our more at: tinyurl.com/pk4y7wef

#admin #parttime

Administration Assistant with Glasgow Council on Alcohol – Goodmoves

Key Responsibilities:Be responsible for ensuring the client database and appointment system is up to date and accurateUpdating PHS DAISy system with client informationGreeting clients and visitors to ...

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