Senior Peer Support Worker
Senior Peer Support Worker
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Job Description
- 0.8 FTE Max-term until 30 June 2026
- Ipswich QLD on the lands of the Yuggera Jagera & Ugarapul Peoples
- $44.78$48.99 per hour 12% Super Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18550
Make your lived experience count
Join Eachs Lived Experience Activity Program (LEAP) where peer-led groups offer safe spaces to connect share and grow. Led by people with lived experience these sessions focus on recovery strategies life skills and shared hope. Support is delivered face-to-face in the community or at an Each centre shaped around what matters most to each person.
Your role your impact
As a Senior Peer Support Worker youll guide and mentor peer workers while facilitating group-based recovery activities. Youll lead with lived experience helping others navigate their recovery journey and building inclusive trauma-informed spaces across the community.
Key responsibilities include:
- Mentor and support peer workers through reflective practice supervision and onboarding
- Facilitate peer-led recovery groups in diverse community settings
- Lead development and review of Individual Recovery Plans and participant exit planning
- Coordinate with stakeholders and referral partners to support collaborative care
- Monitor engagement and follow-up on non-attendance embedding outreach strategies
- Compile reports on outcomes and contribute to service evaluation
- Represent the peer workforce in planning quality improvement and team discussions
- Ensure program expenditure is tracked and reconciled accurately
- Promote recovery principles and intentional peer support in all aspects of practice
Who were looking for
- Lived experience of mental illness with minimum 2 years in recovery
- Certificate IV in Mental Health (or equivalent)
- Current unrestricted drivers license
- Intentional Peer Support Core Training Certificate
- CPR Certification
- Experience mentoring or supervising peer workers
- Strong group facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Commitment to trauma-informed recovery-focused and culturally safe practice
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and electronic client record systems
What will make you stand out
- Experience working collaboratively with referral partners and community organisations
- Understanding of risk safety and escalation processes in community-based recovery work
- Willingness to undertake leadership or peer supervision training
Whats in it for you
At Each youll be supported to be your best. We provide:
- Diversity & belonging We value all backgrounds abilities and identities and are committed to cultural safety
- Supportive and inclusive culture Be part of a team that genuinely cares where your lived experience is valued and respected.
- Work that moves with you Enjoy frequent travel across the community including parks local centres and informal public spaces as part of group facilitation and outreach.
- Balance your way Flexible work arrangements to help you manage lifes demands while making a meaningful impact.
- Boost your take-home pay Access generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging benefits of up to $15900 tax-free per year plus an additional $2650 tax-free for meals and entertainment.
To view the full Position Description click here or visit > Work With Us > Careers > Open Roles and search for this position.
Questions Contact Shane Quinn (Acting General Manager - CCQ Mental Health AOD Hubs) at
Applications Close: Sunday 14th September
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so dont miss out and apply today!
Additional Information :
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.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Part-time
Employment Type
Part-time
