Peer Navigator (Lived Experience Practitioner)
| Posting date: | 16 May 2024 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 June 2024 |
| Location: | Inverness, IV1 1HY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | HIJOBS |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 303431 |
Summary
Please note: This is a 18 months fixed term contract and a valid driving licence along with access to a car is essential.
Working hours: Minimum of 40 hours per week
Job Type: Fixed Term
Location: Inverness Lifehouse Resettlement Unit
Closing Date: Thursday, 23 May 2024
Interview date: 11th June 2024
This unique and innovative social care trial will examine the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of a Peer Navigator/peer support intervention for people experiencing homelessness and problems with substance use. We are now looking for a Peer Navigator (lived experience practitioner) within our Homelessness service to deliver a relationship-based intervention to those experiencing drug and alcohol problems and homelessness, providing both practical and emotional support.
Everyone is welcome at The Salvation Army, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to become part of our skilled and effective workforce. As a faith-based charity we expect our people to work within our faith-based ethos and our values of integrity, accountability, compassion, passion, boldness, and respect.
Key Responsibilities: The role of Peer Navigator (Lived Experience Practitioner) is fundamental to The Salvation Army’s desire to help vulnerable clients achieve positive outcomes and as such you will be passionate, target driven, dynamic and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of services for vulnerable clients in a competitive climate. You will also champion excellence in terms of ensuring our clients are central to our services and successful individual outcomes are achieved.
There is a requirement to work flexibly to meet the needs of participants/client, due to the nature of this particular role, including the outreach element. The usual pattern of work will be Monday-Friday with hours between 8am-6pm. However, some working outside these hours may be requested, depending on the needs of the people you will be supporting. Work life balance will be taken into consideration and individual needs can be discussed with line managers.