Lived Experience Peer Cadet Program

4 weeks ago

Box Hill, Australia EACH Victoria Full time

Job Description

  • 3 x part-time opportunities (0.6FTE - placement 2 days per week + paid study day)
  • 10 Month contract commencing August 2024
  • Must be able to work from our Ringwood, Ferntree Gully, Narre Warren, Box Hill, Boronia and Dandenong offices – rotating locations.
  • $33.22p/h + Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550

About the role
The Lived Experience Peer Cadet Program is an opportunity for people with lived/living experience undertaking the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work to enter paid part-time employment. At EACH, we offer placements in mental health, psychosocial support, alcohol and other drugs (AOD), youth mental health and family violence recovery.

Cadets should be well-progressed on their Recovery journeys so that they can be placed in these teams. In addition, cadets must be able to travel to EACH sites located at Boronia, Box Hill, Dandenong, Ferntree Gully, Narre Warren and Ringwood.

EACH Peer Cadets will:

  • Be provided with a comprehensive orientation program.
  • Be mentored by an experienced peer worker.
  • Receive discipline-specific supervision, training, and reflective practice opportunities.
  • Develop knowledge, skills, and confidence in lived experience/peer work in a structured and supported environment.
  • Grow their understanding, experience, and knowledge in relation to working in a large community mental health service.
  • Have personal qualities and experience that enable them to work effectively in the role of a peer worker.
  • Gain an in-depth insight into how different service programs work together and learn from a wide variety of experienced professionals – both clinical and non-clinical – from other peer workers, clients, and their families in a supportive environment.
  • Form effective and empathetic peer relationships by appropriately sharing personal lived experience, including the impact of mental illness, service use and recovery.
  • Apply the principles of confidentiality to ensure people accessing services and others are treated fairly and with mutual respect and understanding.

Please find the full position description here. For more information regarding the Peer Cadet Program, please visit www.health.vic.gov.au/lived-experience-workforce-initiatives/lived-experience-peer-cadet-program

Frequently asked questions. 

Alternatively, if you have any further questions about the EACH Peer Cadet Program, please contact Donna Matthews (EACH Lived and Living Experience Lead) at Donna.Matthews@each.com.au 

Who we are looking for
If you’re able to work collaboratively, bring an inclusive, non-judgemental approach, form healthy relationships, manage your own wellbeing and seek support where necessary, then this could be the role for you

You will also:

  • Have a lived experience of mental illness, substance dependence, family violence or trauma.
  • Be well progressed upon their recovery journey.

Qualifications

  • Enrolment in Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work.
  • You will also require a current Australian Drivers Licence in this role.  

Additional Information

What we offer 
EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide: 

  • EACH operate well over 200 programs and services which offer a variety of opportunities for progression and development. 
  • Play a key role in providing essential services to the community.
  • Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year + $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment.
  • A supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
  • Domestic Violence & Community Service Leave
  • Options to purchase additional leave
  • Public Holiday Substitution policy  

Join us at EACH 
For over 50 years, EACH has been dedicated to enhancing lives and fostering stronger communities through our health and support services. Our workforce comprises compassionate individuals ready to offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from all walks of life. Join us in our mission and together, let's create meaningful change. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.  

Before applying, please read Things to consider before applying for a peer cadetship.

Applications Close: 24th June 2024 

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 

Thank you for your interest in joining EACH To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

EACH Commitments

At EACH, we prioritize treating every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experiences.  

EACH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s), recognizing and respecting their unique culture and contribution to our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.  For further information regarding our commitment please see our Reconciliation Action Plan.

As a child-safe organisation, EACH prioritizes child safety and well-being by creating a secure environment for children and implementing effective organisational structures, policies, and procedures

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