Peer Worker

2 weeks ago

Gold Coast, Australia Queensland Government Full time

_Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be to be a person with lived/living experience of mental ill-health and healing/recovery.

About SMHRU

The new SMHRU unit offers mental health rehabilitation services for individuals needing extended inpatient care in a secure environment. Our focus is on autonomy, self-determination, and working collaboratively towards independent living. All consumers are over 18 years of age.

Our philosophy of care nurtures individual dreams and aspirations, promoting hope and optimism, and ensuring people feel valued, important, welcome, and safe.

About Your New Role

Are you passionate about advocating for mental health services and promoting respectful inclusion? A rare and exciting opportunity has become available for a Peer Worker to join our team. Our new facility aims to provide world-class, compassionate, person-centered mental health care that supports the recovery of consumers, families, and carers.

Key Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with clinical staff members
Form effective peer relationships whilst sharing your own personal lived experience
Provide peer support and education to consumers, to support their personal recovery journey
Support the planning, facilitation and evaluation of peer support groups and educational programs
Support consumers to develop individual recovery plans

**Qualifications**:
To be successful in this position you will require:
Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be a person with lived/living experience of mental ill-health and healing/recovery
While not mandatory, a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or similar is highly desired
While not mandatory, experience working as a Peer Worker in a public mental is highly desirable
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits of Working with Gold Coast Health

Career Development opportunities
Salary Packaging
Brand new facility with modern amenities
Diverse Work Culture
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $76 963 - 85 591 per annum

About Gold Coast Health

More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC612579

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