Peer Support Development Specialist

1 week ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate individual to join our team as a Peer Support Development Worker. This is an exciting opportunity to work with our established Emotion Regulation Pathway (ERP) team, supporting individuals with Complex Emotional Needs (CEN) in Derbyshire.

About the Role

As a Peer Support Development Worker, you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychologist. You will be part of a small ERP Short-Term team working within one or two locality areas, supporting individuals with CEN in their recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychologist
  • Work closely with the ERP team to deliver evidence-based approaches, such as DBT and MBT informed Structured Psychological Support
  • Support individuals with CEN in their recovery journey, promoting person-centred care and enabling recovery
  • Contribute to audits, collection of statistics, and development of research projects
Person Specification

We are looking for an individual with:

  • Lived experience of mental health services as a recipient of care
  • Experience of working in the field of patient, public involvement, or improvement
  • An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health issues and those presenting with CEN
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate communication with colleagues and other service providers
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will benefit from:

  • Commitment to flexible working where possible
  • 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
  • Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
  • Generous NHS pension scheme
  • Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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