Lived Experience Peer Worker - EIPSR Mental health at EACH

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

44.78

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Peer Support, Empathy, Collaboration, Lived Experience, Group Facilitation, Trauma-Informed Care, Human Rights, Social Justice, Problem Solving, Documentation, Engagement, Recovery Goals, Community Services, Mental Health, Substance Dependence, Trust Building

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Description Part-time 0.6 FTE (Thursday & Friday, with a third day negotiable) until June 2027 Based at our Boronia office + travel within the community (this is an outreach role) From $44.78 per hour (dependent on experience) + 12% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550 Job Description As a Peer Worker within our EIPSR team, you will form effective and empathetic peer relationships by sharing your lived experience in a purposeful way in the hopes of creating deep connections and move towards a future of hope and possibilities. Your responsibilities will include: Utilising Intentional Peer Support principles and tasks to engage with consumers and staff. Maintaining responsibility for an allocated caseload of consumers, including engagement, follow-up, documentation, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Form effective and empathic peer relationships by sharing personal lived experience in a purposeful way; making deep connections with others; showing curiosity about worldview; forming mutual relationships; and moving towards a future of hope and possibilities. Engaging with consumers to develop trusting and professional relationships I order to identify their needs and support them to reach their recovery goals. Providing opportunities to discuss problem solving strategies, reflecting on helpful and unhelpful behaviours. Encouraging and supporting consumers to access and remain engaged with their support services. Provide clear and concise case notes in a timely manner following consumer engagement to manage client files within program requirements. Who we are looking for We’re seeking a Peer Worker with the ability and willingness to self-reflect and share own experiences of recovery with others for the benefit of advancing their recovery. The ability to collaborate effectively with young people, families, colleagues, stakeholders will be essential to the success of this role. You will also have: Lived experience of mental illness, substance dependence and/or trauma. Lived experience of the recovery journey. Previous employment as a Peer Worker Grade 1 (peer cadet or trainee). Group facilitation skills. Understanding of and commitment to human rights and social justice, trauma-informed care, and the harm minimisation approach. Personal experience of the public or private mental health or AOD systems (highly regarded). Advanced knowledge of the local area and its health services and other community services (highly regarded). Qualifications Certificate IV Mental Health Peer Work and/or Intentional Peer Support core training are highly desirable. Current state-based driver’s license. Additional Information What we offer Each is committed to developing our people. At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide: Opportunities for growth: Each operate well over 200 programs and services which offer a variety of opportunities for progression and development. Play a key role in providing essential services to the community. Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year + $2,650 additional tax-free money towards meals and entertainment. A supportive and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program. Domestic Violence & Community Service Leave. The opportunity to purchase additional leave. Public Holiday Substitution policy. Next steps To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here. Alternatively, for more information please contact Saskia Marsden (Team Leader - Mental Health Recovery) at [email protected] Applications close Friday 30th Jan 2026 ** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today! ** 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. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant. Didn’t find the perfect role today? Stay connected by joining our Talent Community — be the first to hear about new opportunities at Each!

Responsibilities

As a Peer Worker, you will engage with consumers and staff using Intentional Peer Support principles while maintaining a caseload of consumers. You will develop trusting relationships to support consumers in reaching their recovery goals.