Do you have personal experience of mental health challenges and a passion for supporting others?
This exciting new development within Lincolnshire, based in Grantham, welcomes enthusiastic and experienced applicants to apply for this rare opportunity to be involved in shaping a brand new pilot service that will support individuals stepping down from acute mental health wards to transition into the community. The service will be delivered in partnership with Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust and will form part of the NHS Mental Health Pathway.
The service will be going live in October 2025, with a full training and induction programme for the team, commencing prior to go live.
The role
of a Peer Support Worker has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of mental ill health. Through sharing examples of their own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief in individuals to enable them to manage during difficult or distressing situations.
Role Responsibility
Together with a team of Recovery Workers, you will be responsible for delivering person-centred support to individuals leaving acute mental health wards, who are transitioning back into the community.
As a pivotal and highly valued member of the team, you will provide both formal and informal peer support and practical assistance to guests of the service, helping them regain control of their lives and develop their own skills to promote longer-term recovery.
This role may involve some rota time, including evenings and weekends.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for a patient, non-judgemental individual who can use their own experience and journey of recovery to support our service users in a compassionate and respectful way.
Our ideal candidate will have experience providing face-to-face support as well as delivering small group sessions to diverse populations.
This role involves 1-1 client work, liaising with mental health teams, and managing client risk levels.
Our ideal candidate has a good understanding of Recovery Principles and is willing to complete Accredited Peer Support Training. We seek someone resourceful, resilient, and innovative in working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
Teamwork is essential, as part of a multidisciplinary team, with effective communication skills and a flexible, supportive approach. The candidate should be confident facilitating group work and supporting individuals independently on a 1-1 basis.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on our services.
We operate on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting all earnings into our services and people. We are committed to continuous improvement and enhancing the lives of those we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We recognize that rewards differ; whether through financial benefits, a culture of recognition, or career development opportunities, we aim to support you through our comprehensive reward package.
You will receive 31 days of paid holiday annually, increasing to 33 days with each year of service, with options to buy additional holidays.
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