Young Adult Peer Support Worker
3 days ago
As part of our Transformation programme into how we deliver services in the community, we are looking for a motivated and passionate Peer Support Worker/s who has the East London NHS Trust Peer Support Worker accreditation and is committed to delivering high-quality peer support to our service users.
The main focus of the work will be with our service users aged 18-25, applicants should be able to draw upon their own experiences of mental illness to provide authentic support to their Peers and use their personal recovery journey to inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in the people they are supporting. They should be an effective communicator and be able to work proactively, as part of the local team and also as part of the wider Trust team. You should have good organisational skills and be able to manage a varying workload efficiently.
You will be able to support individuals in identifying personal recovery goals to improve their quality of life and to support them to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.
The Peer Support Worker (PSW) is an integral and highly valued member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team. They work to facilitate client centered activities which inspire hope, empowerment and opportunity for all service users.
To support individuals in identifying personal value based recovery goals to improve quality of life and to empower service users to do the things they want to do and live the life they want to lead.
Through sharing aspects of own lived experience of mental health challenges and of accessing services the PSW will inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. The post holder will develop relationships based on mutuality so they can facilitate and support information sharing to promote choice, self
- determination and opportunities for the fulfilment of socially valued roles.
The PSW will act as an ambassador of Recovery with other Trust Recovery champions working with external agencies and partner organisations.
This role will specifically support young adults to access adult services and support the team to develop activities that are centred around the needs of young adults and people transitioning from child the adult mental health services.
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Kindly refer to the job description and person specification that is attached to the vacancy profile.
-
Young Adults Peer Support Worker
7 months ago
London, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeThe five Young Adult's Peer Support Worker (YA PSW) roles has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of recovery from mental health challenges while a adolescence and during young adulthood. The role is also open to people who have experience of being in care. Through sharing wisdom from their own lived experience, the YA PSW will...
-
Young Adults Support Worker
7 months ago
London, United Kingdom Lambeth Young People at Risk Full timeAre you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a **Young Adults Support Worker **in Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. **About Us**: **Role Overview**: Our service at **Waltham Forest...
-
Young Adults Support Worker
6 months ago
London, United Kingdom Lambeth Young People at Risk Full timeAre you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a **Young Adults Support Worker **in Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence. **About Us**: **Role Overview**: Our service at **Waltham Forest...
-
Wandsworth Peer Support Worker
7 months ago
London, United Kingdom Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster Mind Full timeJob Advert **Salary**: £26,071 pro rata (£15,642) **Hours of work**: 22.5 hours per week (Part-time) **Contract** Fixed Term Contract - until 31st March 2026 **Based at**: Tooting Wellbeing Hub / Community Based **We are looking for a Peer Support Worker.** We're looking for a Peer Support Worker to join, our new Adults Peer Support Team in...
-
Young Adults Support Worker
2 days ago
London, United Kingdom Recruit.Social Full time**Job** **title**: Young Adults Support Worker **Salary**: £10 to £12 per hour **Location**: Feltham, TW12 **Shifts**:9am to 5pm We are looking to hire experienced Young Adults Support Worker's to work within our clients service in Feltham. The service houses a young adults between the age of 16 - 18 years old, who may be suffering from substance...
-
Peer Support Worker
5 days ago
London, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time**Peer Support Worker Vacancy waiting to be filled** Venn Group have been approached by a support organisation and would like to introduce the following position available **Position: Peer Support Worker** **Location: - Richmond** **Rate: - £12.00 - 13.00 PAYE inc hol** **Length: - 4 weeks ongoing** **Hours: - 22 hours** **The role will...
-
Peer Support Worker
5 days ago
Ruislip, Greater London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full timeAt Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. The service you will work in…. The Hillingdon Cove provides one to one...
-
Peer Support Worker
5 days ago
Ruislip, Greater London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full timeAt Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. The service you will work in…. The Hillingdon Cove provides one to one...
-
Senior Peer Support Worker
7 months ago
London, United Kingdom Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster Mind Full timeJob Advert We're looking for a Senior Peer Support Worker to join, our new Adults Peer Support Team in Wandsworth! Mind in Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster is the lead provider for Wandsworth Community Peer Support Service which is run in partnership with South West London & St George’s Mental Health Trust as part of the Transformation program. We are...
-
Eating Disorders Peer Support Worker
7 months ago
London, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full timeThe role of Eating Disorders Peer Support Worker (PSW) has been developed specifically for people who have personal lived experience of being a parent/carer of a young person who has accessed Eating Disorder Services. Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, the Eating Disorders Parent/Carer PSW will inspire hope and belief that recovery is...
-
Support Worker for Young Adults
3 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Empowering Learning Full timeEducating and caring for young adults with SEND is a rewarding career that requires dedication and passion. As a Support Worker for Young Adults, you will be part of our Empowering Learning team in Enfield, working closely with students, staff, and families to provide exceptional support and guidance.Job DescriptionYou will be responsible for supporting...
-
Peer Support Worker
3 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full timeWe are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empower individuals to...
-
Support Worker for Young Adults with Autism
3 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom REESON Education Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Support Worker for Young Adults with Autism to join our team at REESON Education in Hackney.The successful candidate will work with young adults who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, and challenging behaviors. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals with...
-
Young Adults Residential Support Worker
3 days ago
London, United Kingdom Bayis Sheli Full time**Weekend Staff needed on our Young Adults' Unit!** **What is Bayis Sheli?** Bayis Sheli is a professional, warm and friendly residential home and short breaks service for Jewish children and young adults whom have complex needs, physical disabilities, and/ or learning or emotional difficulties. **Benefits of a Young Adult's Residential Support...
-
Young Adult Support Worker
6 months ago
London, United Kingdom Ministry of Justice Full timeSalary 1 - £24,228 - £30,208 Number of jobs available 1 - 4 Detail of reserve list 1 - 12 Months Region 1 - North West City/Town 1 - Blackburn, Blackpool, Burnley, Preston Building/Site 1 - NPS 13-15 WELLINGTON STREET BLACKBURN, BB1 8AF, NPS 384 TALBOT ROAD BLACKPOOL, FY3 7AW, NPS 50 AVENHAM STREET PRESTON, PR1 3BN, NPS QUEENS LANCASHIRE WAY...
-
Peer Support Worker
5 days ago
Ruislip, Greater London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full timeWe are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empower individuals to...
-
Peer Support Worker
5 days ago
Ruislip, Greater London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full timeWe are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. We provide a range of services, including Domestic Abuse support, Modern Slavery assistance, Mental Health & Complex Needs care, and Criminal Justice. Our mission is to empower individuals to...
-
Social Worker for Young Adults
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Connect2Socialwork Full timeAt Connect2SocialWork, we value the importance of supporting young adults in their journey towards independence. As a Social Worker for Young Adults, you will play a crucial role in helping our clients overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement personalized plans, working closely with our...
-
Support Worker for a Young Adult
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ask Jules Careers Full timeWe are seeking a reliable and caring Support Worker to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing personal care and support to a young adult with a disability.The role involves assisting with daily tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, and household chores. The ideal candidate will be flexible and able to work as part...
-
Peer Support Worker
6 months ago
London, United Kingdom Off the Record Croydon Full timeJob description Off the Record is an award-winning young people’s mental health charity offering a range of support services for children and young people across the London Boroughs of Croydon, Sutton and Merton. Our vision is to offer huge amounts of compassion and professional insight to children and young people living in these areas. We’re...