Lead Peer Facilitator

DescriptionLocation: Based at Lewes Wellbeing Hub, Western Road. Travelling across Lewes and Wealden neighbourhoods.Salary: £28,640 per year (pro rata)Hours: 25 per weekWhat you''ll be doing:Southdown is one of the leading providers of mental health services in Sussex. We have transformed our services to provide easier access to mental health support for people across East Sussex. As Lead Peer Facilitator, you will use your lived experience of mental health challenges and seeking support from mental health services, to enable clients to find hope, connect with others and build their confidence.You''ll demonstrate excellent group facilitation skills and the ability to create psychologically safe spaces for clients. Working with a Peer Facilitator (Entry), you will co-facilitate peer groups for people who are experiencing similar challenges and social spaces for people who have previously accessed support. These groups will use accessible activities to help participants to connect with each other and build confidence. You will mentor the Peer Facilitator (Entry) and take a leading role within the groups.Southdown will provide reflective practice, supervision and team meetings and ongoing training to support you in your role.If you want to use your skills and experiences to support others'' in their mental health journey, we''d love to hear from you. We welcome applications from candidates who have previously experienced mental health challenges or who live with enduring mental ..... full job details .....