Job summary
Do you have your own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health challenges and of receiving care within a residential rehabilitation inpatient setting?
The Cherrywood Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit is based in Milton Keynes and provides short-term (up to one year) residential rehabilitation to help service users return to independent living. The unit enables people with severe and complex mental health problems to gain or regain the confidence and skills in everyday activities which will enable them to fulfil their potential for recovery and independence.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an established, dynamic and friendly residential rehabilitation inpatient service. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who would be committed to working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to support the recovery of individuals cared for in this context.
You must have your own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties, including having experienced care within a residential rehabilitation inpatient setting, and have some experience of working in a related health or social care field. We are looking for people who are willing to positively share their personal experiences with others in order to support clients in their journey of recovery.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for working with individuals to identify personal recovery goals as identified in care plans / health and wellbeing plans, assisting with groups as well as case specific 1:1 work and supporting service users to navigate through their care pathway and towards their own aspirations of a meaningful recovery.
You will need to be motivated, organised, energetic and a flexible team worker with effective communication and interpersonal skills in order to liaise with service users, carers, members of the MDT and other outside professionals / organisations which is an important aspect of the role.
You will be fully supported in your personal and professional development through training, regular 1:1 supervision within the team line management structure, along with peer supervision and involvement in Trust-wide peer support worker development events.
Please note only candidates who have personal experience of recovery from mental health difficulties and have experienced care within a residential rehabilitation setting for their mental health should apply for this role.
Please refer to your recovery journey and experiences of accessing this type of service within your application. You will also be asked to give a short presentation on your recovery story at interview, should you be invited.
About us
We are passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic or in the patients own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people. Were always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee were hoping to find our future leaders and well support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career.With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for working with individuals to identify personal recovery goals as identified in care plans / health and wellbeing plans, assisting with groups as well as case specific 1:1 work and supporting service users to navigate through their care pathway and towards their own aspirations of a meaningful recovery.
You will need to be motivated, organised, energetic and a flexible team worker with effective communication and interpersonal skills in order to liaise with service users, carers, members of the MDT and other outside professionals / organisations which is an important aspect of the role.
You will be fully supported in your personal and professional development through training, regular 1:1 supervision within the team line management structure, along with peer supervision and involvement in Trust-wide peer support worker development events.
For further information about this post please see attached job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for working with individuals to identify personal recovery goals as identified in care plans / health and wellbeing plans, assisting with groups as well as case specific 1:1 work and supporting service users to navigate through their care pathway and towards their own aspirations of a meaningful recovery.
You will need to be motivated, organised, energetic and a flexible team worker with effective communication and interpersonal skills in order to liaise with service users, carers, members of the MDT and other outside professionals / organisations which is an important aspect of the role.
You will be fully supported in your personal and professional development through training, regular 1:1 supervision within the team line management structure, along with peer supervision and involvement in Trust-wide peer support worker development events.
For further information about this post please see attached job description
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Have or be willing to work towards Peer Support Worker Training (preferably accredited)
Desirable
- Training in Peer Support Work
- Accredited certificate in Life Coaching
- Foundation degree or level 4 apprenticeship in health and social care or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties. This should include experience of maintaining (self-defined) recovery for a substantial period
- Own personal experience of accessing residential rehabilitation inpatient services
- Demonstrate experience of working in health/social care
Desirable
- Paid or volunteer peer support worker experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Intentional Peer Support
Desirable
- Awareness of local services
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Have or be willing to work towards Peer Support Worker Training (preferably accredited)
Desirable
- Training in Peer Support Work
- Accredited certificate in Life Coaching
- Foundation degree or level 4 apprenticeship in health and social care or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Own personal lived experience of recovery from mental health difficulties. This should include experience of maintaining (self-defined) recovery for a substantial period
- Own personal experience of accessing residential rehabilitation inpatient services
- Demonstrate experience of working in health/social care
Desirable
- Paid or volunteer peer support worker experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Intentional Peer Support
Desirable
- Awareness of local services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
