Band 3 Peer Support Worker- Domestic Abuse

NHS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Peer Support Worker for Domestic Abuse. The role aims to inspire hope and support service users through lived experiences. Applicants must be female and have relevant experience. This position offers a chance to positively impact others' lives while working within a compassionate, inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Relevant lived experience required.
• Willingness to complete Level 3 certificate in Peer Support.

Responsibilities

• Integrate peer support values within clinical pathways.
• Provide formal peer support to service users.
• Work with service users on a 1:1 and/or group basis.

Skills

Empathy

Judgment skills

Stress management

Education

Level 3 certificate in Peer Support

Job description

Go back Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Band 3 Peer Support Worker- Domestic Abuse

The closing date is 21 May 2025

The role of a Peer Support Worker (PSW) Domestic Abuse has been developed specifically for individuals with lived experience of domestic abuse challenges. By sharing their wisdom, peer support workers aim to inspire hope and demonstrate that recovery and a fulfilling life beyond these experiences are possible. They make a positive contribution to others' lives through their lived experience.

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

Main duties of the job

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

Using their own lived experience, PSWs will inspire hope and belief that these goals are achievable, recognizing that each individual's recovery is unique and personal. They will work in mutuality with service users to help recognize strengths and identify meaningful aspects of life, fostering hope, purpose, and social connection.

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

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4,000 staff help improve mental health and wellbeing for the 70,000 people we serve annually. We offer a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, including specialized services nationally. We are also known for our research and innovation in mental health.

Our community is culturally diverse, with areas of high deprivation, increasing the demand for our services. We are a compassionate, inclusive team committed to providing excellent care. If you seek a place to belong and make a difference, join us where a warm welcome awaits.

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, please view the attached job description and person specification.

Please note: Applicants should complete their applications independently. We do not support the use of AI tools (like ChatGPT) for application completion to ensure fair assessment of your experience and communication style.

We cannot support applications from individuals requiring sponsorship to work in the UK.

We recommend submitting your application early, as the post may close before the deadline if sufficient applications are received.

Person Specification

• Relevant lived experience
• Level 3 certificate in Peer Support or willingness to complete
• Ability to use personal experiences to support others with empathy
• Judgment skills and knowing when to escalate risk
• Understanding and respecting peer support boundaries
• Sensitivity to the needs of service users and families
• Ability to manage stress
• Experience in healthcare settings
• Experience delivering peer support
• Experience in teaching, coaching, mentoring

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per annum, pro rata