Eating Disorders Peer Support Worker – Day Programme

Transformationunitgm; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a peer support worker for their Eating Disorders Service. The role requires lived experience of recovery from eating disorders and involves supporting service users through their recovery journeys. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team to encourage and promote recovery, share personal insights, and raise awareness about community resources. You'll also aid in developing personal recovery plans tailored to service users' needs. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Generous relocation package

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Own personal lived experience of recovering from an eating disorder.
• Ability to demonstrate first-person experiential knowledge of recovery.
• Willingness to share personal recovery experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer support for adults and young people with eating disorders.
• Act as an advocate for recovery within the team.
• Support service users in developing personal recovery plans.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of mental health issues

Team player

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 4 City University accredited course

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a peer support worker for their Eating Disorders Service. The role requires lived experience of recovery from eating disorders and involves supporting service users through their recovery journeys. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team to encourage and promote recovery, share personal insights, and raise awareness about community resources. You'll also aid in developing personal recovery plans tailored to service users' needs. Flexible working options are available.