Full Time Peer Support Worker
2 weeks ago
**About Us**
Calderglen House is a leading residential rehab facility within Scotland and are pleased to announce the opening of our sister Residential rehab in Symington, South Ayrshire.
**Townend house** will accommodate up to 24 residents, offering high-quality facilities and focuses on a person-centred approach to support individuals on their recovery journey. This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults.
Our service offers a **comprehensive group work programme** that includes **psychoeducation sessions**, **therapeutic groups**, and engagement with **12-step fellowship**. We believe in the power of lived experience and peer connection as key elements in achieving lasting recovery.
**The Role**
As a **Peer Support Worker**, you’ll use your own recovery experience to inspire, guide, and support others who are beginning their recovery journey. Working alongside support workers and clinical staff, you’ll help residents build confidence, develop recovery skills, and engage with group and community programmes.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Provide peer-based support and encouragement to individuals in recovery.
- Share personal insights and recovery experiences appropriately to foster hope and motivation.
- Support participation in 12-step fellowship,Step group work, and therapeutic activities.
- Promote positive coping strategies and personal responsibility in recovery.
- Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and recovery-focused environment.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional boundaries at all times.
**About You**
We are looking for someone who brings empathy, understanding, and hope through lived experience.
**Essential Criteria**:
- A minimum of **2 years continuous sobriety**.
- Member of SSSC or willingness to work towards it.
- Completion of a **12-step fellowship programme** (or actively engaged in ongoing recovery through 12-step principles).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Willingness to work a rota including **day and night shifts**, covering **weekdays and weekends**.
**Desirable**:
- Experience in a peer support or mentoring role.
- Understanding of trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
- SVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards it).
**What We Offer**
- Full induction and ongoing training.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Employee wellbeing support.
- Pension scheme and holiday entitlement.
**How to Apply**
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 38.5 per week
**Benefits**:
- Free parking
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please confirm your ability to work nightshift or dayshift
Work Location: In person
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