Carer Peer Worker

• FTE: Part-time (0.6 FTE) ongoing position
• Location: Based at the eastern shores of nipaluna/Hobart in lutruwita/Tasmania – On-site role with outreach across Southern Tasmania.
• Salary: $ $42.40 per hour + 12% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

headspace Eastern Shore and headspace Early Psychosis is a youth and family-friendly mental health service for young people (15–25) experiencing or at risk of psychosis. Our multidisciplinary team delivers evidence-based, recovery-focused care, supporting young people and their families through assessment, intervention, and ongoing support. The MATT and CCT teams provide assertive outreach, crisis management, and intensive engagement, helping young people build resilience and hope for the future.

As Peer Support Worker (Mental Health Carer), you'll use your lived experience of supporting someone through mental health recovery to build meaningful, empathetic relationships with carers. You'll help families navigate their own journey by offering reassurance, information, and connection to support networks.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing peer support to carers and families via telehealth and face-to-face contact
• Sharing information about referral services, carer support groups, and educational resources
• Supporting families to overcome isolation and feel heard
• Contributing to intake processes and helping young people feel welcome
• Assisting with community education and engagement activities
• Offering peer-informed advice to the broader team through secondary consultation
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to service reporting

You'll bring compassion, insight, and a genuine desire to support others. You'll have:

• Lived experience as a carer for someone with mental health challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness
• Understanding of youth mental health and carer support networks
• Willingness to complete Intentional Peer Support (IPS) training if not already completed

Experience working with diverse communities and delivering community education is highly regarded.

At Each you'll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Diversity & belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and are committed to cultural safety
• Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care
• Balance your way – Flexible work arrangements to help you juggle work and life commitments
• Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment
• Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, ACT, TAS and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress
• Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family
• More leave when you need it – 4 weeks annual leave, sick/carer's leave, family & domestic violence leave, and the option to purchase extra leave
• Make public holidays work for you – Substitute public holidays to align with your personal, cultural, or religious needs
• Extra long-term benefits – Eligibility for portable long service leave
• Extra savings on the side – Access novated leasing for a cost-effective way to manage your vehicle expenses

Next steps

To view the full Position Description, visit , go to 'Work With Us' - 'Careers' - 'Open Roles' and search for this position.

For more information or a confidential conversation, contact Rach Sylvester (headspace Services Manager - Eastern Shore Tasmania) at 

Applications Close: Monday 20th October 2025

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period—so don't miss out and apply today