Peer Support Specialist

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeMentalHealth Full time $31,510 - $57,590

The role of a Consumer Peer Worker is to support the implementation and delivery of Mental Health Drug & Alcohol services. This includes working with MHDA teams to provide education to clinical staff, input into systemic issues, policy development, committee activities, projects and research.

Key responsibilities include providing support to people using MHDA services, connecting them to their preferred supports and services, and facilitating education for clinical staff. The role also involves receiving appropriate training, supervision and support to carry out duties effectively.

Essential skills and qualifications include holding a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or demonstrating willingness and commitment to obtain it. Additionally, personal experience using Mental Health and/or Drug & Alcohol related services, along with knowledge of consumer led recovery principles and trauma informed care, are highly valued.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values of equality, diversity and inclusivity. As an organization committed to fostering an inclusive culture, we actively promote equality and diversity and value people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions, disabilities and ages.

Further information about this opportunity can be found below:

**Responsibilities**

  • Support the implementation and delivery of MHDA services
  • Provide education to clinical staff
  • Input into systemic issues and policy development
  • Facilitate committee activities, projects and research

**Requirements**

  • Hold a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or demonstrate willingness and commitment to obtain it
  • Personal experience using MHDA services
  • Knowledge of consumer led recovery principles and trauma informed care

**Benefits**

  • Opportunity to work with a diverse team and contribute to meaningful initiatives
  • Chance to develop skills and expertise in mental health and peer support
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

**Additional Information**

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards and creating a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.

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