Advanced Carer Peer Worker
23 hours ago
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Advanced Carer Peer Worker (Identified Lived Experience) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Work effectively and collaboratively as a member of the multidisciplinary team, in accordance with peer work values and within scope of practice
Work within professional boundaries as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide an integrated model of care
Positively promote individual and family recovery orientation and principles to carers, families and staff members and share lived expertise from a carer perspective
Provide direct carer peer support to carers, families and significant others by engaging in individual and group peer support, advocacy and education activities
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
Previous experience working within a public mental health service or the community sector as a Carer Peer Worker is essential.
It is highly desirable that applicants hold the Certificate IV Mental Health Peer Work (Carer Elective chosen) or can demonstrate that they are working towards the same.
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**:
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Temporary full time
Base salary ranging from $3 481.60 - $3 835.70 per fortnight
About Us
Mental Health and Specialist Services' (MHSS) Consumer, Carer and Family Participation Team is a lived experience team. The team provides a responsive program of recovery-oriented peer support, education, and information for consumers, families and carers. The team's goal is to increase consumer, family and carer participation in the planning, delivery and evaluation of mental health and alcohol and other drugs services.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
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: GC645433
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