Young Adult Peer Support Worker

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom East London NHS Foundation Trust Full time

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 Adult Peer Support Worker

    3 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are excited to offer two Young Adult Peer Support Worker (YA PSW) roles for people who have personal lived experience of mental health difficulties during their adolescence years or early adulthood. This role is also open to individuals who have been in local authority care. These Role will be based in Hillingdon and Harrow CNWL services (please note one...

  • Young Adults Peer Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The 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 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Lambeth Young People at Risk Full time

    Are 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

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Brent, Wandsworth and Westminster Mind Full time

    Job 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...

  • Peer Support Worker

    3 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full time

    We 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. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Havering Crisis...

  • Peer Support Worker

    3 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full time

    We 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. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Havering Crisis...

  • Peer Support Worker

    2 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full time

    We 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. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker   to play a pivotal role in our Havering Crisis...

  • Peer Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full time

    We 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. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our  Crisis Alternative...

  • Peer Support Worker

    11 hours ago

    London, United Kingdom Hestia Housing Support Full time

    We 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. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Havering Crisis...

  • Young Adults Residential Support Worker

    2 weeks 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...