Peer Support Worker

Norfolk and Waveney Mind; Aylsham; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A community mental health organization in Aylsham is looking for a Peer Support Worker to provide vital support to individuals accessing mental health services. Responsibilities include collaborating with Recovery Workers, facilitating peer support training, and helping users achieve personal goals. To succeed, candidates must have lived experience of mental health recovery and a passion for community support.

Qualifications

• Experience in a recovery-focused context.
• Ability to engage constructively with service users.
• Commitment to promoting recovery concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Recovery Workers to deliver interventions.
• Empower individuals through diverse recovery interventions.
• Support users in identifying personal goals.

Skills

Experience working with diverse groups

Passion for supporting others

Experience in recovery-focused organizations

Creating positive working relationships

Lived experience of mental health recovery

Job description

REF: NWM/626

Hours: Part Time 26.25 hours per week

Work Pattern: Week 1: Wednesday / Thursday / Friday; Week 2: Monday / Tuesday / Saturday / Sunday

Salary: £24,640 per annum (pro rata for part‑time hours)

Location: REST Aylsham - NR11 6LW

Training: Mandatory training for this role takes place in Norwich, training sessions run from 9am – 5pm and run over 4 separate dates.

Join our dedicated team at REST Aylsham, as a Peer Support Worker (PSW) and make a difference in the lives of others. Drawing on your personal experience of recovery and resilience, you will provide vital support and insight to individuals accessing our Hub. By modelling recovery and wellness, you will foster hope, helping others to see a positive future and a sense of purpose in their lives.

Core Responsibilities

Collaborate with Recovery Workers and facilitators to deliver group and one‑on‑one interventions focused on recovery and independent living. Share your personal recovery journey in a professional and appropriate manner. Empower individuals to take control of their own recovery through diverse interventions and opportunities.

Specific Duties

• Participate in and contribute to the Peer Support Training program.
• Attend ongoing supervision, support, and training sessions.
• Assist service users in engaging with REST and the broader community.
• Help service users identify personal goals and work collaboratively with the Hub team to achieve them.
• Aid service users in navigating obstacles to reach their goals.
• Encourage service users to contribute to the development and engagement of the service within the local community.
• Work with the team to mitigate risks of relapse, self‑harm, or emergency service use.
• Actively promote recovery concepts, psychologically informed practice, and the Peer Support ethos within the service.
• Maintain accurate records for governance, sustainability, and accountability of the Peer Support network.
• Collaborate with other voluntary and statutory organisations to address the needs of service users.
• Provide one‑on‑one peer support both in the Hub and the community, helping service users maximise their recovery journey and create personalised recovery plans.
• Support individuals in overcoming barriers to accessing mental health and community services, while prioritising their choices and recovery.

Why Join Us?

At REST Aylsham, we believe in the power of lived experience and community support. You will be part of a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Have

• Experience working with a diverse group of people.
• A passion for supporting others who may present in a variety of ways.
• Experience working within a recovery‑focused organisation.
• Experience of creating positive working relationships with people in a professional setting.
• Experience liaising with a variety of support services including police and ambulance teams.
• Essential – lived experience with your own mental health recovery journey.

To find out more information please view the Job Description: JD PSW REST Aylsham.pdf

Closing Date

There is no formal closing date for this vacancy. We will be reviewing applications and scheduling interviews as and when suitable candidates apply, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Interview Process

Shortlisted candidates will undertake a two‑stage interview: the first stage is a preliminary interview; the second stage will be a detailed interview. Dates for interviews will be communicated if your application is shortlisted.

How To Apply

Candidates are required to complete an application form; the link to the application form is Norfolk and Waveney Mind – Application Form.docx. Once you have downloaded and completed the application form you will be required to upload it via the “Apply for this job” link. If you need to contact us please call the HR Department on 0300 330 5488.

Safeguarding Statement

Norfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.

Recruitment Guidance for Candidates

Recruitment Guidance for Candidates.pdf