Senior Peer Specialist

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Flexible work options

Paid leave

Fitness access

Job summary

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking a Senior Peer Specialist in mental health to lead peer programs, share lived experience to support recovery, and mentor peer staff. The role focuses on strengthening services and wellbeing for consumers while partnering with teams and the broader community.

You will drive peer-led initiatives, contribute to care plans, and engage with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Lived experience of mental health and recovery.
• Experience in peer work and group support settings.
• Apply recovery, trauma informed and strengths based care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate peer support groups and programs
• Share lived experience to support recovery and wellbeing
• Mentor peer staff and support workforce development
• Contribute to care plans and service improvement
• Build partnerships with teams, consumers and community

Skills

Lived experience

Peer support

Group facilitation

Communication

Education

Cert IV in Peer Work

Job description

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) Mental Health Clinical Program, Kidman Park Salary OPS3 $71,589 to $76,033 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging Part time working 15 hours per week and temporary up to 11/12/26

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people. With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Find out more about CALHN sites and services , our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Join as a Senior Peer Specialist and use your lived experience to support recovery and wellbeing in a mental health setting. Build peer programs, guide teams and help shape services that empower consumers and strengthen community connection.

• Lead and facilitate peer support groups and programs
• Share lived experience to support recovery and wellbeing
• Mentor peer staff and support workforce development
• Contribute to care plans and service improvement
• Build partnerships with teams, consumers and community

About You

You’re a lived experience leader passionate about recovery and peer support. You bring insight, empathy and the ability to connect with consumers, carers and teams to support meaningful outcomes.

• Cert IV in Peer Work, Intentional Peer Support or willingness to obtain
• Lived experience of mental health and recovery
• Experience in peer work and group support settings
• Apply recovery, trauma informed and strengths based care
• Communicate well and work collaboratively with teams

• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy :

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity , focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.