Peer Worker

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Mid North Coast Local Health District Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time/Full Time

Position Classification: Health Education Officer

Remuneration: $ $52.48 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ610707

Advertising Closes: 3 November 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

About the Role

The Peer Worker for the Drug and Alcohol (D&A) Service will draw on their own lived or living experience, in providing individual and group support to consumers by working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to promote engagement of people in their individual treatment.

This role will support people accessing D&A Services including Opioid Treatment, Counselling, Stimulant Treatment and GP/Pharmacy Liaison Programs. The position is open to non-graduates and graduates. To be eligible as a HEO Graduate, you must have a relevant health/social science qualification.

Location of the role is negotiable within the MNCLHD at Coffs harbour, Port Macquarie or Kempsey.

Job share and part time roles considered.

About You

  • Can engage and build rapport with people in a compassionate and respectful manner.
  • Can advocate for marginalised people to achieve fairness and accessibility of treatment.
  • Have a lived or living experience as a consumer of drug and alcohol services
  • Have good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at

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