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New Starters - Jess Tintor
Meet Jess, our HIV Support Service Lead!
Hey everyone! I’m Jess and I’m the HIV Support Service Lead at The Brunswick Centre.
I've previously worked across the UK and France in HIV prevention, mental health provision, and human rights. I love working in the charitable sector and I’m excited to now support the community I grew up in.
Outside of work, I love trying new crafts. So far I’ve taught myself to crochet, needle felt, sew, and paint (with plenty of half-finished projects scattered around my house as proof!). When I’m not abandoning my artwork, you’ll usually find me outdoors exploring new places and reservoirs with my dog, George.
1. What's your role at The Brunswick Centre?
In my role as a Caseworker and Care Navigator for the HIV Support Service, I primarily support clients across Calderdale in navigating the various aspects of living with HIV. This includes providing emotional and mental health support, liaising with healthcare professionals, assisting with applications and referrals to relevant services, and ensuring clients receive comprehensive, multidisciplinary team support.
I also lead on some of the admin side of things — like writing up reports and sharing all the great work we do with the people who fund our service, so they can see the difference we’re making together.
If you’re based in Calderdale and need support, or you’d like to learn more about the HIIV Support Service here at the Brunswick Centre, I’m your go-to person!
2. What have you learnt about yourself from doing the work you do?
One of the things I’ve learned in this role — working with people from all sorts of backgrounds, both staff and service users — is that I’m way more outgoing than I thought I was! The thing I love most about my job is meeting new people, having conversations, and getting to know everyone’s story.
It’s really inspiring to see people grow in confidence, overcome challenges, and recognise their own strengths. Supporting that journey has helped me grow too — and I think there’s something really special about learning and growing together.
3. How important is making a difference in your line of work?
Making a difference is at the heart of my work as a Support Worker. I know I can’t change the world, but collectively we might change our small corner of the world—and that’s a start! Supporting those affected by HIV means breaking stigma, offering hope, and showing up when it matters most. It’s a very special line of work and I’m lucky to spend my days working in such a safe and comforting environment with the people that make it so.