Mental Health Worker

Ready to Change Lives? Join UnitingSA as a Mental Health
Worker / Peer Support Worker

Do you light up when empowering others to reach their potential?
Are you driven by a passion for mental health, inclusion, and
making a meaningful impact? If this sounds like you, we want you on
our team.

Whether you've walked your own mental health recovery
journey or bring professional expertise, your experience matters.
At UnitingSA, we believe in creating "a
compassionate, respectful, and just community in which all people
participate and flourish." If that resonates with
you, this could be the perfect role.

We're looking for a passionate Mental Health
Worker / Peer Support Worker to help us create
meaningful change in the vibrant and diverse communities of
the Adelaide Eastern and Western Region. From
culturally rich neighbourhoods to growing suburban hubs, this
region offers a dynamic environment where your work can truly make
a difference.

Why You Belong at UnitingSA

At UnitingSA, we're more than an organisation, we're
a purpose-driven community. For over 100 years, we've been
building a society where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.
Guided by our values of respect, compassion, justice,
diversity, and collaboration, we're creating real
change, and you can be part of it.

As a Mental Health Worker, you'll be at the heart of this
mission, helping people regain independence, connect to their
communities, and achieve their goals.

The Role: Your Chance to Create Real Change

This isn't just a job, it's a chance to transform
lives. In this role, you'll:

• Be a guide: Support individuals
  experiencing mental health challenges to access housing,
  develop life skills, and find their place in the
  community.
• Be a motivator: Empower people to set and
  achieve personal goals, building confidence and
  independence.
• Be a navigator: Help clients access the
  NDIS and other vital services.
• Be a collaborator: Work alongside clients,
  carers, and care teams to develop personalised plans and
  achieve lasting outcomes.

Whether it's helping someone attend their first community
activity or guiding them through a challenging moment, every day
will bring opportunities to make a lasting impact.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who's not only skilled but
passionate about making a difference. You'll need:

• Qualifications: Degree/Diploma in Human
  Services or Certificate IV in Community Services, Disability,
  Mental Health, or Mental Health Peer Work.
• Checks: DHS Working with Children Check
  and NDIS Worker Screening.
• Experience: Working with people facing
  complex psychosocial challenges.
• Skills: Compassionate, resilient, and
  skilled in crisis management and conflict resolution.

If you have lived experience of mental health recovery,
you'll also bring:

• Inspiration: Instil hope and resilience
  through your personal journey.
• Connection: Build trust with a
  compassionate, non-judgemental approach.
• Cultural awareness: Support diverse
  communities with sensitivity and respect.
• Trauma-informed care: Bring empathy and
  understanding to complex situations.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At UnitingSA, you're not just an employee —
you're part of something bigger. Enjoy:

• A meaningful role: Directly contribute to
  building a compassionate and inclusive community.
• A values-driven team: Join a supportive
  environment where diversity is celebrated.
• Growth opportunities: Access training and
  resources to support your development.
• Flexibility: Work across different
  programs and settings to expand your impact.

What We Offer

We look after our team. Here's what you can enjoy:

• Salary Packaging: Up to $15,900 tax-free,
  plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Leave Loading: 17.5% boost to your holiday
  pay.
• Wellbeing Support: Free professional and
  personal support.
• Career Growth: Ongoing training and
  upskilling.
• Parental Leave: 16 weeks of paid
  leave.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you've been searching for a role where you can bring
your whole self to work, make a real difference, and feel proud of
what you do, this is it.

For a confidential discussion, contact Robert
Habel, Coordinator CALHN on
088.

Need help applying? Reach out to our Talent & Acquisition
team on

We welcome applications from all community members, including
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse
backgrounds, and people of all abilities and diversities.

Applications close: Wednesday, 19th November
2025

Please note: We may close this advert early if we find the
right candidate.

Our application process is mobile-friendly for your
convenience.

Join UnitingSA and let's create a flourishing
community together.

Attachments:

- JD - Mental Health

- JD - Peer Support