APS5 Community and Peer Worker

Hobart - Australia

Hourly Salary: $ 61 - 63

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment.

Through long-term partnerships we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.

Synergie Australia is seekingmultiple APS5 Community & Peer Workersfor a trusted client located inboth Melbourne and Hobart CBDs.

The important parts:

Pay:$61.18$63.76 per hour Super
Duration:12-months (potential for a 12-month extension)
Hours:MondayFriday
Location:Melbourne or Hobart CBD
Start: March 2026

What you will be required to do:

As a Community & Peer Worker you will play a critical role in supporting veterans and their families to navigate services strengthen wellbeing and build sustainable connections within their communities. You will:

Provide peer-informed support and guidance
Assist individuals to access services and entitlements
Build relationships with community stakeholders and service providers
Contribute to improved wellbeing outcomes for veterans and their families
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment

To be successful in the role you will:

You bring strong interpersonal skills empathy and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in community-facing roles and are passionate about making a genuine difference.

Experience in community services case management veteran support or government programs will be highly regarded. Only Australian citizens can apply.

Essential Requirements

Australian Citizenship
Personal Lived Experience of military service or military family life and a mental health journey (self or as a carer of an ex-ADF member highly regarded)
Working With Children and/or Vulnerable People Check (or ability to obtain)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance (AGSVA)
Strong communication skills and high emotional intelligence

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or willingness to obtain)
Experience delivering lived experience peer support
Background in the mental health sector mentoring coaching or community services
Experience working within multidisciplinary environments

About You

You bring strong interpersonal skills empathy and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in community-facing roles and are passionate about making a genuine difference.

Experience in community services case management veteran support or government programs will be highly regarded. Australian citizens can only apply.

Whats on offer for you:

Obtain a longer term role with an organisation that makes a difference in the community
Make a real impact supporting veterans and families using your lived experience in a respected national mental health service
Join a multidisciplinary supportive team that values empathy collaboration and recoveryfocused practice

Synergie Australia delivers a full 360º recruitment solution consisting oftemporaryandpermanent recruitment services and more.Safetyis of the highest priority and Synergie Australia prides itself on fostering a culture that champions guidance and care in the recruitment Synergie Australia is motivated to improve everyday standards within the working landscape so people can thrive today and in the future. This approach delivers real change to communities by improving workplaces local economies inequalities and changes to the climate. If you aspire for better let uswork together.

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We think outside the box by redefining recruitment.Through long-term partnerships we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.Synergie Australia is seekingmultiple APS5 Community & Peer Workersfor a trusted client located i...

We think outside the box by redefining recruitment.

Through long-term partnerships we connect the right people (You) with the right opportunities to shape careers and drive change in Australia and beyond.

Synergie Australia is seekingmultiple APS5 Community & Peer Workersfor a trusted client located inboth Melbourne and Hobart CBDs.

The important parts:

Pay:$61.18$63.76 per hour Super
Duration:12-months (potential for a 12-month extension)
Hours:MondayFriday
Location:Melbourne or Hobart CBD
Start: March 2026

What you will be required to do:

Provide peer-informed support and guidance
Assist individuals to access services and entitlements
Build relationships with community stakeholders and service providers
Contribute to improved wellbeing outcomes for veterans and their families
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment

To be successful in the role you will:

You bring strong interpersonal skills empathy and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in community-facing roles and are passionate about making a genuine difference.

Experience in community services case management veteran support or government programs will be highly regarded. Only Australian citizens can apply.

Essential Requirements

Australian Citizenship
Personal Lived Experience of military service or military family life and a mental health journey (self or as a carer of an ex-ADF member highly regarded)
Working With Children and/or Vulnerable People Check (or ability to obtain)
Ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance (AGSVA)
Strong communication skills and high emotional intelligence

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or willingness to obtain)
Experience delivering lived experience peer support
Background in the mental health sector mentoring coaching or community services
Experience working within multidisciplinary environments

About You

You bring strong interpersonal skills empathy and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in community-facing roles and are passionate about making a genuine difference.

Experience in community services case management veteran support or government programs will be highly regarded. Australian citizens can only apply.

Whats on offer for you:

Obtain a longer term role with an organisation that makes a difference in the community
Make a real impact supporting veterans and families using your lived experience in a respected national mental health service
Join a multidisciplinary supportive team that values empathy collaboration and recoveryfocused practice

If youre ready click apply now or contact our branch on0