Job summary
The role of Perinatal Peer Support Worker has been developed specifically for peoplewho have lived experience of using perinatal mental health services. Through sharingtheir own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief that recoveryis possible in others. Within a relationship of mutuality and information sharing, theywill promote choice, self-determination and opportunities for the fulfilment ofpersonally valued roles and connection to local communities.
Main duties of the job
To work as an integral and highly valued member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team in facilitating and leading patient-centred activities which inspire hope, control and opportunity for service users. 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.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support mothers with perinatal mental health challenges.
- Use lived experience to inspire hope and promote recovery.
- Help mothers set and achieve personal goals, access community resources, and attend appointments.
- Collaborate with health visitors for education, signposting, and care planning.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality.
- Model positive, strengths-based language and contribute to service improvements.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level
- Willingness to undertake further training in line with the development of peer support
- NVQ Level 2 and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or willingness to undertake a relevant level 3 apprenticeship
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification
- AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of perinatal mental health
- Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role
- Experience of working in a team or a group environment
- Experience of supporting others
- Experience of working independently
- Able to motivate others & self
Desirable
- Experience with working with children
- Experience of working within health and social care community
- Experience of working in the public sector Experience of training, teaching, coaching/mentoring others
- Experience of working across different organisational boundaries
- Experience of working across different cultural boundaries
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and practical experience of being a supportive and engaging mother
- Knowledge and commitment to service users' rights
- Understanding of the impact on a mother's identity when extra support is required for them in the perinatal period
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mothers who are in need of additional support in the perinatal period
- An understanding of how perinatal mental health can impact on child's wellbeing
- Understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skills
Essential
- Good written, verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- Computer literate
- Willing to learn new IT skills
- Able to relate to a wide range of people
- Professional in appearance and behaviour
- Able to manage conflict and to help others to do so
- Ability to maintain a healthy home/work life balance
- High level of self-awareness - ability to critically appraise own performance
- Critical thinker
- Ability to share personal story of perinatal mental health in a professional manner
- Ability to assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- Ability to work in an enabling and creative way
- Willing to support mothers with a range of needs, to help them successfully navigate the perinatal period
- Ability to manage stress and to plan and priorities workload
- Ability to carry out practical tasks
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Computer literate in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express etc
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level
- Willingness to undertake further training in line with the development of peer support
- NVQ Level 2 and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent qualification) or willingness to undertake a relevant level 3 apprenticeship
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification
- AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of perinatal mental health
- Experience of being in a supportive and enabling role
- Experience of working in a team or a group environment
- Experience of supporting others
- Experience of working independently
- Able to motivate others & self
Desirable
- Experience with working with children
- Experience of working within health and social care community
- Experience of working in the public sector Experience of training, teaching, coaching/mentoring others
- Experience of working across different organisational boundaries
- Experience of working across different cultural boundaries
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding and practical experience of being a supportive and engaging mother
- Knowledge and commitment to service users' rights
- Understanding of the impact on a mother's identity when extra support is required for them in the perinatal period
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mothers who are in need of additional support in the perinatal period
- An understanding of how perinatal mental health can impact on child's wellbeing
- Understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skills
Essential
- Good written, verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- Computer literate
- Willing to learn new IT skills
- Able to relate to a wide range of people
- Professional in appearance and behaviour
- Able to manage conflict and to help others to do so
- Ability to maintain a healthy home/work life balance
- High level of self-awareness - ability to critically appraise own performance
- Critical thinker
- Ability to share personal story of perinatal mental health in a professional manner
- Ability to assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- Ability to work in an enabling and creative way
- Willing to support mothers with a range of needs, to help them successfully navigate the perinatal period
- Ability to manage stress and to plan and priorities workload
- Ability to carry out practical tasks
Desirable
- Presentation skills
- Computer literate in software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, Outlook Express etc
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).
