Perinatal Partner Peer Support Worker

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Hartford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare organization is looking for someone to conduct wellbeing checks with dads and partners during the perinatal period. The role involves one-on-one conversations, advocating for partners' roles, and developing connections with support services. Ideal candidates must have a full UK driving licence, a reliable vehicle, and the ability to travel independently across the county. The organization promotes inclusivity and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, emphasizing its commitment to community health.

Benefits

Inclusive and supportive NHS Foundation Trust environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and a reliable vehicle are required.
• Ability to travel independently around the county.
• Must meet strict time deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-to-one wellbeing conversations with partners of women accessing the Perinatal Service.
• Develop and maintain excellent links with local organisations offering support and advice to partners.
• Support partners to self-identify their needs.
• Be a valued and contributing member of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Advocate for the role of partners in the Perinatal period.

Job description

Drawing on your own lived experience of supporting a loved one through the perinatal period, you will carry out wellbeing checks with Dads & Partners, helping signpost and ensure Dads & Partners feel heard and valued during this key period.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-to-one wellbeing conversations with partners of women accessing the Perinatal Service.
• Develop and maintain excellent links with local organisations offering support and advice to partners.
• Support partners to self-identify their needs and help signpost to community organisations and other services.
• Be a valued and contributing member of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Advocate for the role of partners in the Perinatal period, recognising the vital role they play in family mental health and recovery.

Qualifications

Full UK driving licence and a reliable vehicle are required. Applicants must be able to travel independently around the county and meet strict time deadlines.

Benefits

• Inclusive and supportive NHS Foundation Trust environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and peer support roles.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.