The role of Peer Support Service Coordinator will include:
1. Developing, delivering and coordinating the provision of peer support, volunteer and group work to meet the needs of customers
2. Recruiting and training new Peer Support Workers, Volunteers and Group Facilitators to support the service
3. Promoting services to ensure effective uptake
4. Reporting on service delivery whilst building and maintaining knowledge of local services
5. Using initiative to identify sources of funding and submitting bids for future funding .
6. Supporting the business to ensure the continued financial viability of peer support services and volunteer programmes
7. Liaising with organisations to develop existing services
Skills and experiences:
8. Experience of working with a variety of client groups is essential
9. Knowledge of the volunteer sector and associated agency support
10. Counselling qualification from a BACP accredited course
11. The ability to work to deadlines and prioritise work loads
12. Excellent communication skills including clear written and spoken English
13. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, such as Word, Excel and email communications
14. Travel will be a requirement of the role
Are you ready to be your best?
Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:
15. At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata
16. A pension scheme with employer contributions
17. A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
18. Health and well-being plans
19. Life assurance
20. Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
21. Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
22. A wide range of learning and development opportunities
Job Reference: 224027
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Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.