Peer Support Worker 24 hours per week
Peer Support Worker
Salary: GBP27,008 per annum (GBP17,285.12 pro rata)
Hours per week: 24 hours per week
Have you experienced mental health challenges and want to inspire others with your recovery? Join them!
This is a meaningful opportunity to use your personal journey to support individuals navigating their own recovery. As part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, you ll offer emotional and practical support to inpatients and continue to work with them in the community after discharge, helping them build confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
You will:
Use your own lived experience to build trust and inspire hope Support service users in developing coping strategies, social skills, and independence Assist individuals in identifying goals and personal interests Help monitor progress and recognise early signs of relapse Facilitate connections with community resources and services Support reconnection with family, friends, and wider networks Provide up to 12 weeks of follow-up in the community post-discharge Maintain accurate records and contribute to service evaluations Promote recovery-focused, strength-based approaches in all interactions You bring:
Personal lived experience of mental health challenges (essential) A willingness to share your recovery journey appropriately Excellent communication, listening, and organisational skills Confidence using Microsoft Office and recording notes The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team A strong understanding of boundaries, safeguarding, and confidentiality A commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and anti-stigma principles The ability to travel across boroughs using public transport About the Unit:
The Unit is a 16-bed specialist inpatient rehabilitation facility supporting people with enduring mental health conditions. They provide 24-hour care in a supportive environment that bridges the gap between hospital care and independent living. You ll join a forward-thinking team that prioritises patient empowerment and sustainable recovery.
Benefits:
Hybrid-working if nature of role permits Learning and development opportunities Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period) Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life s issues or problems Free eye test Flexible working Interest free loan, those in financial hardship