Volunteer Peer Mentor
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Job Location:
Wellingborough - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Purpose: To inspire hope reduce stigma and support others by showing that recovery is possible.
About the Role
CGL is committed to building a community that is supportive inclusive and free from stigma. As a Peer Mentor you will use your lived experience of recovery to encourage others offer a listening ear and help people feel part of a positive welcoming recovery community.
This is an exciting fun and meaningful opportunity. Peer Mentors help change livesnot through pressure or perfectionbut simply by showing up with compassion understanding and authenticity.
The main criteria are simple:
You care.
You are able to listen.
You want to help show that recovery is possible.
You are reliable and ready for a new challenge.
You understand the importance of having healthy boundaries
No formal qualifications needed. No pressure. Just people helping people.
Training will be provided.
Responsibilities
Key Activities:
As a Peer Mentor you may choose to support in ways that feel right for you such as:
- Offering informal nonjudgemental peer support to people at various stages of recovery.
- Sharing hope and lived experience appropriately to inspire and reassure others.
- Supporting group activities workshops or recovery community events.
- Helping welcome new service users showing them around or helping them feel comfortable.
- Encouraging people to engage with support access activities or explore their own strengths.
- Contributing to a recovery community that is safe inclusive respectful and stigmafree.
- Working alongside staff while understanding the boundaries of a mentoring role.
- Attending training provided by CGL to help you feel confident and supported.
What You Will Bring
- A desire to help others in their recovery journey.
- Empathy kindness and good listening skills.
- Respect for confidentiality and personal boundaries.
- Reliability and a positive attitude toward recovery.
- A willingness to grow learn and be part of a supportive team.
You do not need to be at a particular stage of recoveryjust stable ready and wanting to give something back.
What You Can Expect From CGL
- A warm friendly team who value your lived experience.
- Training and support to help you develop in the role.
- Opportunities to get involved in groups fun activities events outreach and community projects.
- The chance to build confidence skills and connections.
This post is subject to a DBS/PVG check at a Enhanced level.
Closing Date
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Key Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management
- Computer Skills
- Conflict Management
- Autism Experience
- Case Management
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Mentoring
- Word Processing
