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Mental Health Support Worker/Peer Support Worker
2 weeks ago
Ready to Transform Lives? Join UnitingSA as a Full-Time Mental Health Worker/Peer Support Worker in Kadina
Do you have a passion for empowering others to thrive? Are you driven by the opportunity to create real change in mental health and community inclusion? If so, we want to hear from you.
We're on the lookout for a dedicated Full-Time Mental Health Worker/Peer Support Worker to join our team in Kadina, a close-knit, growing regional centre on the stunning Yorke Peninsula. Just two hours from Adelaide, Kadina blends country charm with strong community spirit, local history, and coastal adventures just minutes away.
Are you an experienced Mental Health Worker? Are you ready to use your lived experience to walk alongside others and offer hope, connection, and support? Your unique insight, combined with your experience as a Mental Health Worker in helping others reclaim their lives.
In this role, you'll provide both peer-based and practical support, helping individuals navigate challenges, build resilience, and pursue their goals. Your work will directly contribute to recovery-focused outcomes and greater wellbeing in the local community.
This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to build strong relationships, make a lasting impact, and be part of something meaningful every day.
Why You Belong at UnitingSA
At UnitingSA, we're not just an organisation – we're a community driven by purpose. For over 100 years, we've been building a compassionate, respectful, and just 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. Your passion and dedication will help bring our vision of a flourishing community for all to life.
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: Help people experiencing mental health challenges to access housing, develop life skills, and find their footing in the community.
- Be a motivator: Empower disengaged individuals to set and achieve personal goals, building their confidence and independence.
- Be a navigator: Support clients in accessing the NDIS and other vital systems, ensuring they get the help they need.
- 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. Here's what you'll need to thrive:
- Qualifications: A Degree or Diploma qualification in Human Services or A Certificate IV in Community Services, Disability, Mental Health OR a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work.
- Screening Checks: DHS Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening
- Experience: You've worked with people facing complex psychosocial challenges and know how to motivate and support them in achieving their goals.
- Skills: You're a problem-solver, a listener, and a compassionate guide. You have strong professional boundaries, and you're skilled at managing crises and conflicts.
- Energy: You're ready to bring your best to every client interaction, seeing the person beyond the challenges.
In addition, your lived experience within Mental Health or Peer Work recovery will allow you to:
- Inspire resilience: Through your personal journey, you'll instil hope and demonstrate that recovery is achievable.
- Provide meaningful support: Your ability to connect and offer a compassionate, non-judgemental approach will build trust with those you work with.
- Cultural awareness: You'll support people from diverse communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, with sensitivity and respect.
- Trauma-informed care: You will bring understanding and empathy when working with individuals facing complex issues such as trauma, substance use, and disability.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At UnitingSA, you're not just an employee, you're part of something bigger. Here's what you can expect:
- A meaningful role: Your work will directly contribute to building a compassionate and inclusive community.
- A values-driven team: You'll join a supportive environment where diversity is celebrated, and collaboration is key.
- Opportunities to grow: We'll support your professional development with training and resources.
- Flexibility and variety: Work in different programs and settings to keep things interesting and expand your impact.
What we offer:
We look after our team. Here's what you can enjoy:
- Salary Packaging: Take home up to $15,900 tax-free, plus an extra $2,650 with our Meal and Entertainment Card.
- Leave Loading: Get a 17.5% boost to your holiday pay.
- Wellbeing Support: Access free professional and personal support, plus health insurance discounts.
- Career Growth: Ongoing training and upskilling to help you grow.
- Parental Leave: 16 weeks of paid leave for this important milestone.
Join us to grow your career, make a difference, and feel supported every step of the way
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.
We can't wait to hear from you
If you would like to know more about this role, please reach out to Lisa Mugford, Coordinator FUNLHN & YNLHN on , for a confidential discussion.
You can review the Job Description by following the prompts to apply.
We welcome applications from all community members, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with all abilities and diversities.
Our employment screenings vary based on role requirements. These measures ensure we recruit individuals who align with our standards.
Don't forget, you don't need to tick every box
If you are inspired to make a positive difference and would like to be considered for this opportunity please apply now. If you require any assistance in submitting your application please do not hesitate to contact our Talent & Acquisition team on
Applications close Tuesday 9th September 2025.
Please note, UnitingSA retains the right to close this advert earlier upon identifying a suitable candidate.
Our application process is mobile-friendly for your convenience.
Join UnitingSA, and let's create a flourishing community together
