Eating Disorder Peer Support Worker

Community Links; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Eating Disorder Peer Support Worker, where your lived experience can empower others on their recovery journey. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in people's lives by providing essential peer support and guidance. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team at the NHS Hub, focusing on helping clients manage their mental health and achieve personal goals. With a commitment to flexible and hybrid working, along with numerous professional development opportunities, this position is designed for those who want to thrive in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid and tailored training

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Employer contributory pension scheme

Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

Care workers discounts

Access to Employee Networks

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in overcoming eating disorders is essential for this role.
• Strong interpersonal skills and understanding of self-care are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group-based peer support to clients.
• Help clients develop skills to manage their mental health.

Skills

Personal experience of overcoming an eating disorder

Understanding of personal triggers and self-care strategies

Interpersonal skills (listening and empathy)

Full UK drivers’ licence

Job description

Empower Others Through Your Experience – Become an Eating Disorder Peer Support Worker!

Are you passionate about using your lived experience to support others? Join our team as an Eating Disorder Peer Support Worker within Link-ED, where your journey of recovery becomes a powerful tool to inspire and empower others. As a key member of the multidisciplinary team at the NHS Hub, you will provide one-to-one and group-based peer support, helping clients develop skills to manage their mental health and achieve personal goals.

If you have:

1. Personal experience of overcoming an eating disorder.
2. A strong understanding of personal triggers and self-care strategies.
3. Good interpersonal skills including listening and empathy.
4. A full UK drivers’ licence with access to a vehicle for work.

Then we think this role would be great for you!

We know that sometimes people can be put off applying for a job if they think they can’t tick every box. If you can do most of what we are looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be exactly what we need!

What’s in it for you?

As part of the Inspire North team, you’ll make a difference to people’s lives from the moment you start. We’re committed to providing an environment in which you can be yourself and thrive. You will benefit from:

1. Commitment to flexible working.
2. Hybrid working (where applicable).
3. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days.
4. Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training.
5. Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling and GP services.
6. Employer contributory pension scheme.
7. Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits.
8. Care workers discounts.
9. Access to our Employee Networks including People of Colour, LGBT+, Mental Health and Accessibility Network, etc.
10. Health and wellbeing opportunities.
11. Cycle to Work Scheme.
12. Access to Corporate Health Plan.

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve and are also proudly and actively anti-racist; as such, you are expected to drive the agenda forward.

As an organisation, we believe people can only be at their best and thrive when they can be their authentic self!

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Lauren Beecher, Team Leader via or 07891850672.

We encourage you to apply early as your application will be reviewed as soon as it is received, and we reserve the right to close this job advert sooner subject to finding a suitable candidate.

Good Luck!