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Job summary

Main area
Mental Health
Grade
Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week (Various full and part time hours are available.)
Job ref
100-ACS039-0325
Employer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Gorwelion
Town
Aberystwyth
Salary
£24,433 - £26,060 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
13/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

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Mental Health Peer Mentor / Support Worker

Band 3

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

If you are registered Health Care professional considering relocating to the Hywel Dda area in West Wales please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via [email protected]

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Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.


 

Job overview

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 job

Evidence 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.

Working for our organisation

Hywel 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You 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.

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Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

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

Experience

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

Language Skills

Desirable criteria
  • Welsh Speaker Level 1

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyCymraegMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerCarer Confident -Accomplished - WelshStep into healthCarer Confident -AccomplishedDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldCore principlesStonewall 2023 Bronze

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Emma Baggott
Job title
Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01970 615448
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