Mental Health Peer Mentor / Support Worker

Job title:

Mental Health Peer Mentor / Support Worker

Company:

NHS

Job description

An exciting opportunity within North Ceredigion Community Mental Health Centre for individuals who have a life experience of mental health illness to join our team as Peer Mentors.Experience of working in a care setting is not essential for this role as life experience and knowledge is of most importance. We are looking for individuals who can bring their invaluable insight into mental health which would assist in the continued development of the services.Main duties of the jobEvidence of achieving personal goals and a level of stability is also important as is an interest in a career working to support vulnerable adults with multiple and complex needs.You’ll have good communication, flexibility and basic computer skills along with a desire to develop and learn new skills. You will also develop good working relationships with other voluntary and statutory services within the area, supporting service users as appropriate in accessing these services.This post is Monday to Friday.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Interviews to be held on 23/04/2025.About usHywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).Community facilities, including:48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes.Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.Date posted26 March 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)ContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number100-ACS039-0325Job locationsGorwelionAberystwythSY23 1HBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money youve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary.https://fb.watch/hzQjE8HzTN/ Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money youve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary.https://fb.watch/hzQjE8HzTN/Person SpecificationQualifications and KnowledgeEssential

• Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
• Clinical level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of a broad base of general education and or life experience
• Experience in related environment – Mental Health
• Understanding of the political and social context within which voluntary organisations provide social care services for people with serious mental illness
• Sound understanding of the social care needs of people with serious mental illness
• Understanding of the specific social care and political issues affecting people from the black and ethnic minority communities

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to personal and development relevant to area
• NVQ in information, advice and guidance

ExperienceEssential

• Clinical experience related to supporting individuals with mental health needs
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of working autonomously within a community setting
• Experience of supporting individuals into education, training and employment

Desirable

• Personal experience of mental health issues, or family member, or close friend
• Additional clinical or health care experience

Language SkillsDesirable

• Welsh Speaker Level 1

Person SpecificationQualifications and KnowledgeEssential

• Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
• Clinical level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of a broad base of general education and or life experience
• Experience in related environment – Mental Health
• Understanding of the political and social context within which voluntary organisations provide social care services for people with serious mental illness
• Sound understanding of the social care needs of people with serious mental illness
• Understanding of the specific social care and political issues affecting people from the black and ethnic minority communities

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to personal and development relevant to area
• NVQ in information, advice and guidance

ExperienceEssential

• Clinical experience related to supporting individuals with mental health needs
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of working autonomously within a community setting
• Experience of supporting individuals into education, training and employment

Desirable

• Personal experience of mental health issues, or family member, or close friend
• Additional clinical or health care experience

Language SkillsDesirable

• Welsh Speaker Level 1

Expected salary

£24433 – 26060 per year

Location

Aberystwyth, Ceredigion

Job date

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:38:44 GMT

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