Peer Support Worker Lewisham
Job description
£25,416 per yearFull time – 37.5 hours per weekPermanent contractBased in London Borough of LewishamHybrid working considered in line with policyBromley, Lewisham and Greenwich Mind is working in partnership with South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) to deliver the Primary Care Mental Health Service for Lewisham. We have an exciting opportunity to work as part of an integrated team providing support to people with long-term mental health problems within a primary care setting, supporting people to develop their independence, self-management skills and achieve their recovery goals.We are looking for a full time Peer Support Worker to work alongside BLG Mind and SLaM colleagues to deliver this service.The successful candidate will provide recovery-orientated peer support to people with long-term mental health problems, facilitating access to community activities and emotional support.Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.Closing date: Monday 23rd October (11:59pm)Likely interview date: Week beginning 30th OctoberAbout BLG MindWe are a local Mind with a diverse workforce of over 400 staff and volunteers, working to support people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Lewisham and Greenwich. Read about the benefitsof working for us on our website.Inclusionis one of our core values. We welcome all applicants, including those with lived experience of mental health problems. We particularly encourage applications from:People from culturally diverse communitiesDisabled peoplePeople with diverse sexual orientations and gender identitiesUnder 25sJob Types: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: £25,416.00 per yearBenefits:FlexitimeWork from homeSchedule:FlexitimeAbility to commute/relocate:Lewisham, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)Work Location: In person
