Competencies
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About the Role
Closing Date: 25/01/2026
* Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
* Flexibility for balancing work and life commitments
* Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities
The Carer Peer Worker (AOD) will be a valued member of the Lived & Living Experience Workforce based within our Community Mental Health Program (AOD), the role and responsiblities for this position are as follows:
* Intentionally draw upon personal lived/living experiences of caring for an individual with mental ill health, psychological distress, alcohol and other drug (AOD) use/dependence, and/or suicidality.
* Provide practical, social, and emotional support to carers by sharing lived/living experiences of navigating and supporting someone through mental health service use and periods of recovery/healing.
We are actively seeking candidates who meet the following requirements to apply for this exceptional opportunity.
Publicly disclosed personal lived and living experiences of caring for an individual who has lived experience of mental ill health, psychological distress, alcohol and other drug use, suicidality, trauma and/or eating disorders.
Recognition and understanding of how your own lived experience interacts with that of others; and be able to contribute to the development and implementation of collaborative ways of working.
Completion or willingness to complete the Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (carer stream) and Intentional Peer Support training.
DESIRABLE:
Experience working within an Alcohol and other Drug professional setting.
Employment Type: This is a fixed term Part Time opportunity.
For further details, please refer to the Position Description or alternatively contact Caitlin McAlister at for a confidential discussion.
About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)
AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.
What awaits you at AWH?
We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.
Are you ready to become part of our team?
To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.
Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.
AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.
Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.
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