Job summary
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Volunteer and Lived Experience Lead - Inclusion Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service, Isle of Wight
Are you passionate about supporting people affected by drug and alcohol use? Do you believe in the power of lived experience to shape meaningful change? We're looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Volunteer and Lived Experience Lead to join our Drug and Alcohol Service on the Isle of Wight.
In this rewarding role, you will:o Recruit, train, and support volunteers and peer mentors with lived experienceo Create supportive pathways that empower people to share their stories and contribute to service developmento Work closely with staff, partners, and community groups to build a strong and diverse volunteer networko Champion co production and ensure lived experience is at the heart of everything we do
We're seeking someone who is proactive, supportive, and passionate about making a real difference in people's lives. If you enjoy building relationships, empowering others, and creating community-led impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Main duties will include:
o Managing an effective Volunteer and Lived Experience/Service User Involvement Scheme on the Isle of Wighto Ensuring volunteers receive appropriate trainingo Providing training to external agencies throughout the Isle of Wight on Inclusion Service Provision and Drugs and Alcohol Awarenesso The line management of volunteers, apprentices and trainee recovery workerso Day to day operational management of their tea
About us
Inclusion, created in 2002 is part of the Specialist Services Care Group of Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT). We provide caring and effective services across England, including, West Yorkshire, West Midlands, East Midlands, West Mercia, Thames Valley, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Thurrock, Essex. We support individuals, families and communities who are affected by addiction, crime, mental health or need treatment for their sexual health.
We believe that the individuals and families who use our services should receive high quality, committed and inclusive care, realising all the benefits a modern NHS organisation can provide. We work with patients and our staff teams to achieve the best outcomes we can. We invest heavily in training and development, and the wellbeing of our people, both staff and service users is central to who we are.
Here at MPFT, we are proud of the comprehensive wellbeing and lifestyle support offer available, in addition to in-house training and coaching support. Our services are robustly governed, evidence-based, inclusive, and designed and provided in conjunction with service users. We are committed to providing the best service we can, and if you share our values, we want you on our team!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for details.
Main duties will include:
- To ensure appropriate advertising and other publicity to promote both schemes and that all material produced is in accordance with Inclusion and Trust standards.
- To be responsible for the recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers and Lived Experience/Service User Reps
- To be responsible for the placement of volunteers within appropriate teams, undertaking stage-appropriate tasks and activities
- To design and lead the delivery of appropriate induction, including health and safety training, and Inclusion policy and procedures
- To establish and maintain a network of partner agencies to support and contribute to the scheme.
- To take the lead role in the design and delivery of a suitable skills and knowledge-based training package (to include substance use and related issues) for volunteers and Lived Experience/Service User Reps
- To provide regular supervision and support to Volunteers to ensure that care standards are maintained and that clients receive the most appropriate care.
- To undertake any management related processes with Volunteers, including supporting through periods of sickness, addressing any performance or conduct issues and liaising with workplace supervisors where the volunteers are placed.
- To ensure all Lived Experience/Service User Reps receive appropriate levels of support
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for details.
Main duties will include:
- To ensure appropriate advertising and other publicity to promote both schemes and that all material produced is in accordance with Inclusion and Trust standards.
- To be responsible for the recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers and Lived Experience/Service User Reps
- To be responsible for the placement of volunteers within appropriate teams, undertaking stage-appropriate tasks and activities
- To design and lead the delivery of appropriate induction, including health and safety training, and Inclusion policy and procedures
- To establish and maintain a network of partner agencies to support and contribute to the scheme.
- To take the lead role in the design and delivery of a suitable skills and knowledge-based training package (to include substance use and related issues) for volunteers and Lived Experience/Service User Reps
- To provide regular supervision and support to Volunteers to ensure that care standards are maintained and that clients receive the most appropriate care.
- To undertake any management related processes with Volunteers, including supporting through periods of sickness, addressing any performance or conduct issues and liaising with workplace supervisors where the volunteers are placed.
- To ensure all Lived Experience/Service User Reps receive appropriate levels of support
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of leading peer led initiatives
- Experience of working within communities
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours Degree in a related field or oA professional Qualification in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or probation. or oBe able to demonstrate in application and interview equivalent experience in the Drug & Alcohol field.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of leading peer led initiatives
- Experience of working within communities
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours Degree in a related field or oA professional Qualification in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology or probation. or oBe able to demonstrate in application and interview equivalent experience in the Drug & Alcohol field.
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.
