Lived-Experience Peer Supporter — Criminal Justice Recovery

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in High Wycombe is seeking a Peer Support Worker to join their team. The role involves supporting individuals with personal lived experience of the Criminal Justice System on their recovery journey. Key responsibilities include promoting recovery-focused approaches and providing practical and emotional support to service users. This part-time position requires a commitment of two days a week and independent travel across the area. Training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have personal lived experience of the Criminal Justice System or prison custody.
• Ability to provide support based on lived experience.
• Willingness to undertake role-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside service users on their recovery journey.
• Provide practical and emotional support.
• Help individuals navigate services.
• Promote recovery-focused approaches.
• Establish supportive relationships with service users.

Skills

Lived experience of the Criminal Justice System

Willingness to support others

Ability to build trust and rapport

Job description

A healthcare service provider in High Wycombe is seeking a Peer Support Worker to join their team. The role involves supporting individuals with personal lived experience of the Criminal Justice System on their recovery journey. Key responsibilities include promoting recovery-focused approaches and providing practical and emotional support to service users. This part-time position requires a commitment of two days a week and independent travel across the area. Training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals.