Are you passionate about reducing health inequalities and supporting some of the most marginalised people in our communities?
We are recruiting for a compassionate, organised, and proactive Peer Support Lead to support our hepatitis C peer project in the Oxford & Thames Valley area. Peers use their lived experience to raise awareness of hepatitis C, reduce stigma, and help people access testing and treatment.
Working alongside healthcare professionals, drug and alcohol services, homelessness services, and community organisations, you will recruit, train and support volunteer peers to deliver hepatitis C awareness raising, practical and emotional support.
This is a varied and rewarding community-based position involving travel across the Oxford and Thames Valley region.
About you
We are looking for someone who can build trust and engage people with complex needs in a respectful, non-judgemental way. You’ll be a good communicator, confident working with partner services and supporting volunteers, with good organisational skills and an understanding of confidentiality, professional boundaries and managing risk.
We welcome applications from people with either lived experience or professional experience relevant to the role. This may include hepatitis C, drug or alcohol use, homelessness, the criminal justice system, or supporting people facing similar challenges.
Why join us?
The Hepatitis C Trust is a national, patient-led charity committed to eliminating hepatitis C and improving access to harm reduction services across the UK. We are proud to be a Living Wage Employer and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Oxford & Thames Valley Peer Support Lead in Didcot employer: The Hepatitis C Trust
The Hepatitis C Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. As a charity dedicated to eliminating hepatitis C, employees have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working alongside passionate colleagues in Surrey. With a focus on training and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills and contribute to innovative peer programmes that support vulnerable populations.
