Consumer Peer Support Co Facilitator
Consumer Peer Support Co Facilitator
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Job Description
- Newly created casual role based in Coburg (after hours) 58pm
- SCHADS Level 2 25 casual loading
You can make an impact in the lives of young people by delivering vital support and harm reduction strategies as our Youth AOD Support Groups CoFacilitator.
You will play a key role in creating a safe inclusive environment where participants can find empowerment on their journey with alcohol and other drug issues.
Bring your lived experience and passion for helping others to cofacilitate weekly peer support groups creating a welcoming atmosphere that fosters growth and healing.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Select 35 benefits from the below bullet points.
Our work isnt easy but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to your salary of $33.41 super Casual Loading you can access the following.
- Access salary packaging to increase takehome pay.
- Enjoy a 10 discount at Uniting Early Learning or 60 for centre staff!
- Free counselling with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Access training and development opportunities to help you grow.
- We value diversity and lived experiences. Access support via work groups.
- We recognise contributions with our annual awards programme!
- Our people are central access leadership development.
- Opt in or out of public holidays be respected for your unique background.
Your skills and experience
You will bring with you:
- Certificate 3 or 4 in AOD Mental Health or Youth Work highly regarded or willingness to enroll. Qualification in facilitating youth peer groups highly desiredYouth. Engagement: Skills in engaging collaborating and networking with young people.
- Peer Group Facilitation: Experience facilitating youthfocused peer groups desired ability to work within a team and manage time efficiently.
- Understanding Youth Issues: Strong understanding of the needs and issues facing young people experiencing AOD and mental health complexities.
- Harm Reduction Approach: Strong understanding of AOD harm reduction approach.
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest.
If this role sounds like a good fit for you please apply soon. Well review applications as they come in and may close the ad early.
For any questions reach out to Daniel Dempsterfor a chat or email him .
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children at all times. As a child safe organisation employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Through the recruitment process we will ask you for personal information. Disclosure is optional however it can help us support you better. We invite you to tell us if you identify as Aboriginal a person with disability from a diverse background or LGBTQIA. You will be given an opportunity in the application form to request additional support. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can support you.
Employment Type
Gig
