Job summary
Please note - this post is based in North Lincolnshire
The role of Perinatal Peer Support Worker has been developed specifically for people who have lived experience of using perinatal mental health services. Through sharing their own experiences, Peer Support Workers will inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible in others. Within a relationship of mutuality and information sharing, they will promote choice, self-determination and opportunities for the fulfilment of personally valued roles and connection to local communities.
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.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work alongside health care professionals and in partnership with stakeholders across the health and care system, such as GPs, mental health services, service user and carer experts-by-experience, and third sector/Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations to co-produce and co-deliver services. They will also contribute to the Parent Infant Emotional Wellbeing team service development and the development of peer support within the Trust. They will bring unique, valuable insights and perspectives gained thought their lived experience, and advocate for the voice of the service user.
The organisation is supportive of training needs and there is an excellent learning and development programme. You will receive regular safeguarding, management and clinical supervision and will have support from the leadership team.
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 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.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
****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****
Job description
Job responsibilities
Before applying, please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
****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****
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of secondary education to GCSE level
- 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
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of perinatal mental health
- 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 with working with children
- 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
- Understanding and practical experience of being a supportive and engaging mother
- Knowledge and commitment to service users' rights
- Understanding of the impact on a mother's identity when extra support is required for them in the perinatal period
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mothers who are in need of additional support in the perinatal period
- An understanding of how perinatal mental health can impact on child's wellbeing
- Understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skills
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 share personal story of perinatal mental health in a professional manner
- Ability to assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- Ability to work in an enabling and creative way
- Willing to support mothers with a range of needs, to help them successfully navigate the perinatal period
- Ability to manage stress and to plan and priorities workload
- Ability to carry out practical tasks
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
- Ability to accompany & support service users to appropriate appointments if required
- A willingness to work flexibly through prior arrangement as the needs of the job dictate including unsocial hours and weekends if required
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 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
Desirable
- Related Health or Social Care qualification AS Level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Lived experience of perinatal mental health
- 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 with working with children
- 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
- Understanding and practical experience of being a supportive and engaging mother
- Knowledge and commitment to service users' rights
- Understanding of the impact on a mother's identity when extra support is required for them in the perinatal period
Desirable
- To have an appreciation of community resources within the geographical locations of the post and relevant key partners
- Understanding of the issues and concerns of mothers who are in need of additional support in the perinatal period
- An understanding of how perinatal mental health can impact on child's wellbeing
- Understanding of working with clinicians to enable a plan of support to be implemented
- Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathways
- Knowledge of local policies in respect of safeguarding children and the protection of vulnerable adults
Skills
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 share personal story of perinatal mental health in a professional manner
- Ability to assist people to develop
- Ability and willing to reflect on work practice and be open to constructive feedback
- Ability to work in an enabling and creative way
- Willing to support mothers with a range of needs, to help them successfully navigate the perinatal period
- Ability to manage stress and to plan and priorities workload
- Ability to carry out practical tasks
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
- Ability to accompany & support service users to appropriate appointments if required
- A willingness to work flexibly through prior arrangement as the needs of the job dictate including unsocial hours and weekends if required
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).
