CCLHD - Suicide Prevention Peer Worker

1 day ago

Central Coast, Australia Central Coast Local Health District Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the CCLHD - Suicide Prevention Peer Worker role at Central Coast Local Health District.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Casual positions

Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate and Health Education Officer Non Graduate

Remuneration: $31.51 - $57.58 per hour

Hours Per Week: 16

Location: Central Coast Local Health District

Requisition ID: REQ593875

Applications Close: Wednesday 10 September at 11:59 pm 2025

At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care, better health for everyone.

About The Role
  • In this role you will draw on your lived experience of suicide crisis or mental health challenges, together with the strength gained through your recovery journey, to provide non-judgmental, recovery-oriented support to people in distress.
  • Provide calm, compassionate support in times of crisis, helping people feel safe, respected, and supported while navigating moments of distress or uncertainty.
  • Collaborate within a compassionate, award-winning team that is dynamic, supportive, and deeply values kindness, empathy, and peer-led perspectives.
  • Continue to learn and grow through regular peer-specific supervision, ongoing training, and professional development, while contributing to Safe Haven's strong reputation as a trusted place of safety and hope in the community.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You
  • You have personal, lived experience of a suicidal crisis or significant mental health challenge, and have developed insight, resilience, and a strong sense of purpose through your recovery.
  • You're passionate about using your lived experience to support others, offering genuine hope, empathy, and connection to people in distress.
  • You believe in the power of peer work and understand the value of meeting people where they are, with compassion, dignity, and respect.
  • You hold the Intentional Peer Support (IPS) and Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (Consumer), or you're committed to completing these qualifications within 18 months of starting the role.
  • You are a strong team player who thrives in collaborative, peer-led environments that prioritise kindness, safety, and inclusion.
Benefits
  • Work-Life Balance: 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
  • Financial Benefits: Salary packaging, novated leasing, and relocation assistance.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family, and discounted private health insurance.
  • Career Growth: Free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?

For role-related queries, please contact:

Niki Wardrope
Email: Niki.Wardrope@health.nsw.gov.au
Phone: 02 4320 3029

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements
  • All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:
  • Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
  • Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
  • Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
  • NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
  • An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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