We are looking for an expert by experience that has lived experience of psychosis, to support the delivery of recovery focused interventions in our Early Intervention Team. As an integral and highly valued member of our multi disciplinary team, the Peer Support Worker will provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to service users, empowering them to regain control over their lives and their own unique recovery process.

• To support individuals and groups using a Peer approach.
• To be a positive role model for other people overcoming mental health challenges, other workers and members of the public.
• To use parts of your recovery story to inspire hope in others where appropriate.
• To use appropriate skills in engaging with individuals with mental health challenges, such as: asking open ended questions, validating strengths and experiences and using empowering language to overcome negative self talk.
• To support and enable individuals with mental health challenges to resolve conflicts and regain control, responsibility, hope and enjoyment based on the principles of peer supported recovery such as sharing your personal recovery story.
• To support service users in identifying both strengths and early signs of relapse. To support service users in identifying possible triggers or causes of relapse.

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We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds and from disabled candidates, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

• A recognised qualification in an area related to the workplace or equivalent technical and or life skills.
• Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning.
• Health care or relevant National Vocational Qualification Level Three or equivalent skills.
• Experience of working with people with Psychosis and or Complex mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity.
• Experience working as part of a team.
• Experience of being supervised.
• An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check will be required.

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Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.