Peer Worker

at  Forensicare

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Forensicare
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Health and Allied Health

Reference: 16399

• Extensive investment in facilities and people supporting our significant service expansion
• Salary $67,522.00 (PSW2-1) TO $71,635.20 (PSW2-4) + 11% Super + Benefits
• Free On-site Parking – TEH Only
• Salary packaging options that increase your take-home pay

A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse, challenging and rewarding. A career at Forensicare will be like no other. If you’re passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery, Forensicare is where you need to be. You will be a part of a caring and supportive team, making a real difference to people living with the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We approach our work with curiosity and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of our consumers and carers. Working across community, hospital and prison settings, you can learn, apply your specialist skills and advance in your profession. Together, we can contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Work amongst a growing Lived experience team
• Work across directorates to expand your knowledge of the consumer experience
• Use your lived experience to educate best practice

DUTIES:

• Support consumers 1;1 or in a group setting
• Use own lived experience to provide hope to consumers in recovery
• Be part of a Multi Disciplinary Team with consumers at the centre of care