Youth Peer Support Specialist

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Alfred Health Full time

Alfred Health

We are a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research, and education. Our main goal is to provide high-quality services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne.

We are seeking a Youth Peer Support Worker to join our team. This role is perfect for young people with a lived experience of mental health challenges who want to make a difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one support to young people using your lived experience to inform your practice
  • Work with and alongside clinical teams to ensure a comprehensive and collaborative approach to care
  • Help inform our service design and delivery by sharing your insights and experiences

Requirements:

  • Lived experience of mental health challenges as a young person (12-25 years)
  • Recognition and understanding of your own personal recovery process and the ability to use this to support others
  • Confidence to advocate for yourself and young people in a clinical environment
  • Australian working rights
  • Full Covid-19 and 2024 Influenza vaccinations
  • Current Victorian Driver License
  • Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain one

What You'll Get:

  • Relevant training and professional development opportunities


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