LGBTQIASB+ Peer Practitioner

Who are we

National Indigenous Network Initiative (NINI) is an inclusive not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based on Kaurna Country in Adelaide South Australia.

We are dedicated to truth-telling and advancing self-determination through culturally safe trauma-informed and strengths-based therapeutic care that nurtures healing strengthens social and emotional wellbeing and supports mental health.

We are proud to be launching the Aboriginal Social & Emotional Wellbeing Centre in partnership with Sonder and OARS Community Transitions jointly funded by the Commonwealth and South Australian Governments.

The Centre represents a new and exciting chapter for community connection healing and culture-led care.

About the Role

Join a role where lived experience becomes a strength that creates safety pride and belonging.

As an LGBTQIASB Peer Practitioner you will use your lived experience to create culturally affirming spaces support wellbeing journeys and strengthen identity and connection for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQIASB Guests.

You will provide peer support foster community connection and contribute to building an inclusive healing-focused environment as part of the Aboriginal Social & Emotional Wellbeing Centre team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide peer-based identity-affirming support to LGBTQIASB community members
• Facilitate safe yarning spaces peer groups and wellbeing activities
• Support Guests navigating identity gender sexuality and belonging
• Promote cultural and LGBTQIASB inclusive practice across the Centre
• Collaborate with practitioners cultural staff and partners
• Maintain accurate client information in the client management system
• Contribute to service development for LGBTQIASB healing and inclusion

About You

• Personal lived experience as a member of the LGBTQIASB community
• Lived experience and passion for peer-based support
• Understanding of the intersection of culture identity and wellbeing
• Ability to provide safe non-judgmental and inclusive support
• Knowledge of SEWB trauma-informed care and LGBTQIASB wellbeing principles

Qualifications and Other Requirements

• This position is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified Role and is exempt under the Equal Opportunity Act (1984). The position is open only to those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or equivalent) or willingness to obtain
• Currently have or willing to receive the required vaccinations under the SA Health Policy
• Current or willing to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Current or willing to obtain a National Police Check (NPC)
• Working with Vulnerable People Check

Why Join NINI

• Play a key role in shaping an inclusive affirming LGBTQIASB space
• Work within a culturally strong supportive wellbeing team
• Salary packaging benefits
• Cultural supervision and development opportunities
• Be part of an exciting new initiative with real community impact

How to Apply

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume via Apply.

For enquiries please contact:

Application Details

This position is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Identified position and is exempt under the Equal Opportunity Act (1984). This position is only open to those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.

Advert Closing Date: Wednesday 26 November 2025

We aim to respond to all applicants; however due to high application numbers only shortlisted candidates may be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.