Volunteer Peer Worker | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Aughton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a compassionate volunteer to support patients on their journey to recovery and independence. The ideal candidate has lived mental health experience, enjoys helping others, and will be part of a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include building relationships with patients, encouraging social engagement, and assisting with navigating services. This is a rewarding opportunity for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Ideal for someone with lived mental health experience.
• Must enjoy communicating with others.
• Must be compassionate and patient.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with patients and service users.
• Help people gain a sense of control over their lives.
• Support patients to engage in social activities.
• Assist in building working relationships with clinical staff.
• Report concerns to Supervisor / Service Manager.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Compassion

Patience

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? As a volunteer with Rotherham Assertive Outreach, you'll play a vital role in supporting patients who are on their journey toward recovery and independence. You'll build meaningful relationships, use empathy and lived experience to inspire hope, and help people reconnect with their community and support networks. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for someone with lived mental health experience, who is compassionate, patient, and enjoys communicating with others. You'll be part of a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, gain valuable experience in mental health and social care, and develop skills that make a real impact. Join us and help empower people to take control of their lives - while growing personally and professionally in a supportive, rewarding environment.

• Building relationships with patients and service users based on mutuality, lived experience and support
• Help people to gain a sense of control over their own life.
• Supporting patients and service users to engage in social activity (including in the community).
• Assisting patients and service users in building strong working relationships with clinical staff and navigate the services.
• Multi-disciplinary team.
• Report any concerns to the Supervisor / Service Manager.

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