Parent and Carer Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford Health NHS Trust Full time

Position Overview

Are you a parent or caregiver with personal experience in supporting a child with mental health challenges?

This role is for a Parent and Carer Support Specialist within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) at Oxford Health NHS Trust.

Parent and Carer Support Specialists (PCSS) are individuals who have navigated the complexities of mental health challenges, either through their own experiences or by supporting a child facing such challenges. They utilize their insights to provide empathetic support to families and service users engaged with mental health services.

We seek compassionate individuals who excel in teamwork, are highly driven, and possess outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal. Comprehensive training will be provided, along with opportunities to pursue a nationally recognized care certificate.

Is this opportunity suitable for you?

If you are considering this position, we encourage you to attend one of our informative online sessions. These sessions will offer valuable insights into the role, helping you determine if it aligns with your aspirations.

Main Responsibilities

The Parent and Carer Support Specialist role integrates lived experience into daily practice. PCSS will engage in both group and individual support, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to assist service users on their recovery journey. The role involves facilitating both formal and informal learning opportunities, working alongside clinical staff to enhance recovery-oriented practices.

The primary focus of this position is to provide peer support to families within CAMHS. The PCSS will exemplify best practices in applying recovery principles, demonstrating personal accountability, self-awareness, and self-care while fulfilling their responsibilities.

About Oxford Health NHS Trust

Oxford Health NHS Trust delivers comprehensive physical, mental health, and social care services for individuals of all ages across various regions. Our services are provided in community settings, hospitals, clinics, and residences, ensuring care is as accessible as possible.

Our vision is to ensure that every individual receives: “Exceptional care delivered by an exceptional team.”

Our core values are: “Compassionate, safe, and excellent.”

At Oxford Health, we offer a variety of benefits designed to enhance your career and well-being, including:

  • Excellent career advancement opportunities
  • Access to tailored learning and development programs
  • Generous annual leave, increasing with service
  • Discounts across numerous retailers
  • Competitive pension scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Support groups and networking opportunities

Key Qualifications

Essential:

  • Experience in providing specialized support through personal recovery experiences

Desirable:

  • Background in a supportive and enabling role

Personal Attributes

Essential:

  • Ability to take initiative when necessary
  • Capability to foster strong working relationships within a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge and Qualifications

Desirable:

  • Understanding of mental health conditions

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