Peer Support Worker

at  Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

To model principles of hope, recovery and self-belief in all aspects of their work with patients and families. Model personal responsibility, self-awareness, self-belief, self-advocacy and hopefulness via the telling of own recovery story to inspire and instill confidence in patients and staff alike Share/teach coping, self-help and self-management techniques with students in an appropriate and supportive manner during session cofacilitation. Support students to meet the session learning objectives and personal goals set and support with signposting and information to community services to promote student emotional and social development. Work in a way that acknowledges the personal, social, cultural and spiritual strengths and needs of the individual.
Always maintain strict confidentiality of student information and ensure accurate record-keeping in accordance with Trust Policy. Comply with and carry out safe practice in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, and local and national policy and legislation. Engage in a period of induction, supervision and work-related training, as required. To work flexibly across the week, this may include some weekend and evening work.
To work alongside and with expert peers and expert professionals, applying the principles of co-production by developing a learning environment that promotes equality and mutuality. Be a part of and attend peer supervision and focus groups. Liaise with representatives from universal services, as appropriate, and facilitate and model good communication between services. You may occasionally be asked to undertake such other duties that are deemed necessary in order to support business continuity within the Trust.
This will only include tasks where you are appropriately trained

Please refer the Job description for details