Job Description

Job Overview

We are looking for a part-time - one day per week - Peer Support Worker to provide recovery-orientated one to one and group-based peer support to people with common and long-term mental health problems. The successful candidate will work with clients to improve their confidence and resilience, reduce social isolation and help them integrate further into the local community, whilst also providing general support for the day-to-day self-management of their client's mental health. This role involves providing both one-to-one and group-based peer support to clients of South Kent Mind, using your own lived experience of mental health challenges to offer understanding, guidance, and encouragement. Working with individuals across Folkestone, Dover, and New Romney, you will help people build confidence and resilience, foster a sense of hope, and support them in taking greater control of their well-being. The position also includes helping clients connect with local community resources to reduce loneliness and isolation, while actively challenging stigma and promoting empowerment through shared experience and mutual support.

Duties

Providing one to one and group-based recovery-orientated peer support for mental health Empowering and supporting clients to access and navigate healthcare, wellbeing, and community services. Working with others to plan and develop content and resources for recovery-based workshops and peer support groups. Working with the Peer Support Coordinators to induct, train and support Peer Support Volunteers Promoting understanding of the principles and practice of peer support Working collaboratively with hub staff, partners & stakeholders across the South Kent Mind boundary
You will use your own mental health lived experience to build good rapport with your clients and ensure your approach is meaningful. You will need to be organised, resilient, flexible, and empathetic in supporting clients to achieve their goals.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 22,357.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift
Work Location: In person