Recovery-Focused Peer Support Worker

Wellways Australia Limited; Geelong; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,899

Meal & Entertainment allowance up to $

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave after 12 months

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wellways Australia Limited is offering a part-time Peer Support Worker role in Greater Geelong, Victoria. The role focuses on recovery-focused peer support for consumers, families and carers, utilizing an IPS framework and lived experience to foster empowerment and self-management.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, review plans, and support individuals through their care journey within the GGQ Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide 1:1 and group peer support.
• Current valid checks and licenses as required for role.
• Willingness to pursue required peer-work training and screenings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group peer support to consumers, families and carers.
• Review support plans and case notes with the care team.
• Support consumers through early engagement to clinical sessions and community connections.

Skills

Intentional Peer Support

Driver’s License

NDIS Check

Police Check

Right to Work

Education

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work

NDIS Worker Orientation Certificate

WWCC (Working with Children Check)

Job description

Wellways Australia Limited is offering a part-time Peer Support Worker role in Greater Geelong, Victoria. The role focuses on recovery-focused peer support for consumers, families and carers, utilizing an IPS framework and lived experience to foster empowerment and self-management.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, review plans, and support individuals through their care journey within the GGQ Local Mental Health and Wellbeing Service.