Lived-Experience Peer Support Worker (Forensic)

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Birmingham is recruiting a Peer Support Worker to aid individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. This role, part of a two-year project, requires lived experience of mental distress to provide empathy and support. Key responsibilities include motivating service users, assisting with care assessments, and promoting recovery pathways to enhance wellbeing. The organization values compassion and collaboration, offering generous benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Personal experience of recovery and coping is essential.
• Ability to assist individuals with practical support related to mental health.
• Skills in motivating and inspiring individuals with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support people with multiple and complex needs.
• Assist in comprehensive assessments and care support.
• Help individuals transition from secure services into the community.

Skills

Lived experience of mental distress

Empathy

Communication

Motivational skills

Job description

A healthcare organization in Birmingham is recruiting a Peer Support Worker to aid individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. This role, part of a two-year project, requires lived experience of mental distress to provide empathy and support. Key responsibilities include motivating service users, assisting with care assessments, and promoting recovery pathways to enhance wellbeing. The organization values compassion and collaboration, offering generous benefits and professional development opportunities.