Band 3 Peer Support Worker- Domestic Abuse

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a compassionate Peer Support Worker to inspire hope in those affected by domestic abuse. This role emphasizes the importance of lived experience, enabling the PSW to connect with service users on a personal level. As a vital member of a multidisciplinary team, you will work collaboratively to promote recovery and self-determination, while also engaging with external partners. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals navigating their mental health journey, all within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing peer support to individuals with mental health challenges.
• Ability to inspire hope and facilitate information sharing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of peer support values within clinical pathways.
• Provide formal peer support and practical assistance to service users.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Lived Experience of Domestic Abuse

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant Training in Peer Support

Job description

The role of a Peer Support Worker (PSW) in Domestic Abuse has been developed specifically for individuals who have their own lived experience of the challenges associated with domestic abuse. By sharing their wisdom, peer support workers aim to inspire hope and demonstrate that life beyond these experiences is possible. They contribute positively to others' lives by leveraging their lived experience.

Note: This advert is for Female applicants only. By proceeding, you confirm that you are female.

The PSW will take a lead role in integrating peer support values within a designated clinical pathway, working alongside other Trust recovery and Domestic Abuse champions. They will act as an ambassador of Peer Support for the Trust, engaging with external agencies and partner organisations. As an essential member of the multidisciplinary team, the PSW will provide formal peer support and practical assistance to service users, based on their individual mental health goals.

Using their lived experience, the PSW will inspire hope and belief in the possibility of recovery, recognizing that each person's journey is unique. They will work in a relationship of mutuality with service users to help recognize their strengths and identify aspects of life that provide meaning, hope, and purpose. The PSW will facilitate information sharing to promote choice, self-determination, and opportunities for fulfilling socially valued roles and community connections.

As part of the multidisciplinary team, the PSW will perform duties aligned with our peer support core competencies framework, working with service users on a 1:1 and/or group basis. There will be opportunities for innovation and ongoing development as the role evolves.

About Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

We have 4,000 clinical and support staff dedicated to improving mental health wellbeing and meeting the needs of the 70,000 people we serve annually. Our services span Birmingham and Solihull, including specialised services nationally. We also offer training in medical, nursing, and psychology fields and are renowned for our research and innovation.

Our diverse community faces high levels of deprivation in some areas, increasing demand for our services. We are committed to providing accessible help to all. Join our compassionate, inclusive, and dedicated team to make a real difference in people's lives. Our warm welcome awaits you.

Contact Details

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Charlotte Weir
• Job Title: Peer Support Programme Educator
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]