Job summary
The Peer Support Worker role is to work alongside our qualified Children In Care Nurses to ensure that Young People and Care Leavers are supported to achieve their Health and Wellbeing goals, either on a 1:1 basis or through multi-agency support meetings.
The Peer Support Worker is a dedicated practitioner who works closely with young people in care as they prepare to transition out of care and into independent living: including support with accessing services, transition planning, advocacy and practical & emotional support. Within a relationship of mutuality and information sharing, they will promote choice, self-determination, connection to local communities and ultimately achieve positive outcomes.
The post holder will report directly to the team leader/allocated nurses and receive both clinical, managerial and safeguarding supervision in-line with Trust Policy.
Main duties of the job
Help individuals identify their own achievable and meaningful goals and set achievable self-focussed objectives, drawing on mutual resources as peers and working closely with clinicians to utilise a range of recovery tools, techniques and experience.
Work with service users on a 1:1 and group basis.
Support delivery of outreach and education to empower Young People to access appropriate services, such as: Physical Health, Emotional/Mental Health, voluntary services and education/housing.
Accompany young people to appointments/meetings when required and perform a range of practical tasks aligned to their health plan and personal goals.
Act as a positive role model showing professional and caring attitudes and behaviour towards other multidisciplinary team members, service users and carers.
Advocate for the rights of Young People and Care Leavers
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
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
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
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].
As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.
Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level (willingness to work towards)
- 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
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of being in care/care leaver/mental health
- Experience of working with children and young people in care and care leavers
- 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 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
- Lived experience of mental/emotional health needs, domestic abuse/abuse, care leaver.
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- To have an understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- To have an understanding of the service delivery goals of care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skill
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 assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- 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 work towards)
- 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
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of being in care/care leaver/mental health
- Experience of working with children and young people in care and care leavers
- 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 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
- Lived experience of mental/emotional health needs, domestic abuse/abuse, care leaver.
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- To have an understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- To have an understanding of the service delivery goals of care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skill
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 assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- 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).
