Peer Support Worker - Youth Mental Health Services

at  South West Healthcare

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: South West Region | Warrnambool
Job type: Full time
Organisation: South West Healthcare
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Community Services
Reference: VG/1810258
Time for a lifestyle change? Join a workplace that’s friendly & welcoming! Located on the beautiful Great South Coast, South West Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and psychiatric services. The organisation serves a catchment in excess of 110,000 and comprises of a total of 282 beds and an extensive range of primary and community services. Warrnambool boasts excellent sporting, education (pre-school to university), social and cultural facilities. The citys award winning foreshore promenade is a 5.7km path that stretches from the breakwater along the coastline to the Hopkins River mouth.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Permanent, Full Time position (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO
• Warrnambool Campus
• Lived Experience Worker Level 2
• Salary Range: $68,874 - $73,065 per annum pro rata, plus superannuation

WHO WE ARE

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.
SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria’s Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Do you have personal experience with mental health challenges and want to support others on their journey to wellness? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team as a Peer Support Worker.
As a Peer Support Worker, you will provide invaluable support, empathy, and understanding to young individuals facing mental health issues. Your lived experience will be a source of inspiration and hope for those seeking guidance and encouragement. Collaborate with our team of professionals to create a nurturing and supportive environment for our youth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Offer peer support and mentorship to young individuals in their mental health recovery journey.
• Facilitate group sessions and activities that promote well-being and resilience.
• Advocate for the needs and rights of young people within the CAMHS setting.
• Collaborate closely under the direct supervision of a multidisciplinary team