Deaf Mental Health Peer Support Worker (Recovery Coach)

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Deaf Peer Support Worker within the AMH Deaf Service at the Stonebridge Centre. The role focuses on supporting deaf individuals experiencing mental health challenges, using lived experience to inform care and reduce stigma.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, complete Peer Support Foundation Training after induction, and benefit from supervision and development opportunities across the Trust.

Qualifications

• Native BSL user or Level 3 or above.
• NVQ 3/AS Level or equivalent Mental Health related qualification.
• Willingness to complete Peer Support Worker Training after induction.

Responsibilities

• Support deaf individuals to identify and work toward personal recovery goals using a strengths-based approach.
• Help service users prepare for appointments and process information afterwards.
• Promote self-advocacy and recovery-focused approaches in care.
• Maintain clear, confidential records and work with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong BSL user

Education

Native BSL user or Level 3 or above

NVQ 3 / AS Level or equivalent Mental Health related qualification

Job description

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications for a Deaf Peer Support Worker within the AMH Deaf Service at the Stonebridge Centre. The role focuses on supporting deaf individuals experiencing mental health challenges, using lived experience to inform care and reduce stigma.

You will join a multidisciplinary team, complete Peer Support Foundation Training after induction, and benefit from supervision and development opportunities across the Trust.