Team Manager - Peer Support Service

We're recruiting a Team Manager to support our team of Peer Support Workers within our recovery based services across the Tees Valley. 

We’re looking for someone who’s driven to make a real difference within the local community through the delivery of services, with our charitable purpose at the centre of everything. 

Overview

You will lead a team of Peer Support Workers to inspire hope and belief in others that personal recovery from mental health problems is achievable.

Experience Required

• Hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification, or have ability to work with information at this level and equivalent experience of providing peer support
• Hold Level 3 Teaching Qualification e.g. PTLLS or equivalent or willing to work towards this
• Management or leadership training/qualification or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of mental health problems and mental health services of the Voluntary Sector and how it works with other Statutory and Non-statutory Services
• Knowledge of CHIME model of care (desirable)
• Safeguarding and safety planning practices

Please see the job pack for the full list of requirements

Responsibilties & Qualifications

• Support and line manage Peer Support Workers within the team including monthly supervision, staff development, caseload monitoring and performance management
• Support staff to maintain their wellbeing and resilience
• Facilitate reflective practice sessions focussed on the peer support model
• Set the agenda and facilitate regular team meetings
• Lead on service improvements and work alongside the service manager in developing new Peer Support initiatives 
• Develop effective relationships with managers and staff within TEWV NHS Trust community teams to ensure joint working across the whole Peer Support team

Please see the job pack for the full list of requirements