Turning Point Scotland’s new Service Manager, Rebecca Queen, is navigating a busy month after starting a job while finalising her preparations to run the Edinburgh Marathon this weekend.

Rebecca credits organisational values and a tour of Learning Disability service, Hera Grange, as two significant reasons for her decision to join the Dumfries and Galloway team at the end of April.

It had been a significant period of time since the opportunity to work as a Service Manager in Turning Point Scotland’s Dumfries and Galloway team has become available.

In her new role, Rebecca will manage several Learning Disability services, including Hera Grange, which opened in early 2022 and provides care and support services to residents of the community.

The community of Hera Grange has 11 bungalows and a staff and resident activity hub. The service also uses integrated Carezapp technology, allowing staff to check the wellbeing of residents with complex needs.

“I think I knew was going to work for Turning Point Scotland when I visited Hera Grange. I was shown around by one of the residents and that played a big role in wanting to work here. The organisation has a very person-centred approach,” Rebecca said.

In her previous role, Rebecca worked locally as a Service Manager, leading five different services after being promoted. Before working in social care, Rebecca worked as a therapist.

Outside of work Rebecca is a member of a local running group, after taking up the sport four years ago. This year alone she has run more than 650miles in the lead up to competing her first marathon on Sunday.

After a warm welcome from new colleagues Rebecca encouraged others considering a career in social care in Dumfries and Galloway to think about a working at Turning Point Scotland.

“I am really excited to be here and to work alongside Sharon and the rest of the team. If anyone else would like to join our community we would love to hear from you,” she said.