An exciting opportunity exists for a Peer Support Worker to our Crisis Support Space, to assist consumers, carers and families, service providers and Non-Government Organisations to develop a better understanding of the recovery framework while utilising a lived experience of mental health issues to work towards achieving the best outcomes for consumers. Sunshine Coast Health is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions. Key Responsibilities include: * Serve as a positive role model to consumers and staff and as a source of information on their personal experience of managing their mental health. * Utilising experience, skills and knowledge in; consumer education, support and provide a responsive framework that meets the needs of consumers. * Co-facilitate training to all staff and students as required. * Utilise well developed communication and consultation to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to promote the functions of the peer role. Remuneration value up to $97 656 p.a., comprising salary between $76 963 - $85 591 p.a. (f/t), or salary rates: $38.81 - $43.16 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (AO3) (full time and part time positions available, hours negotiable). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered). Why work for us? We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to: * A wellness program; * Generous superannuation; * Flexible work arrangements; * Career training and development; and * Salary packaging. Check out the latest updates here: https://www.sunshinecoast.health.qld.gov.au/