Program: Mental Health Services
Department: Consumer Consultants - Mid West
Enterprise Agreement: Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise
Job Function: Mental Health
Role Summary
* Location: Melton
* Employment Type: Part-Time (0.5 FTE), Ongoing
* Salary: LEW Level 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
About the role:
The Western Health Mental Health and Wellbeing Services are situated in a growth corridor where continuous development, service expansion and innovative new programs are on the rise. The Division of Mental Health and Wellbeing spans across multiple Western Health sites including Sunshine, Footscray, Melton and Sunbury with growth expected throughout the full scope of Western Health's reach.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate Consumer Peer Support Worker to join our Outer Community Team in Melton. Our unique perspective compliments the professional knowledge, skills and service delivery of the multidisciplinary teams we work closely within.
Key responsibilities
This role requires lived/living experience as a consumer of mental health services and a good understanding of the recovery process. We are seeking people who are willing to walk alongside consumers in their recovery journeys, sharing your own experiences in a way that inspires hope and possibility.
About you
* A personal lived/living experience of mental health challenges and accessing mental health services with a willingness to share this lived experience in a peer support capacity.
* Ability to mutually support consumers in their own recovery; sharing your lived experience to support them to take positive steps towards their own wellbeing.
* Build an understanding of the effectiveness of the role of lived experience workforces within clinical mental health services.
* Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to consult, liaise and work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.
Compensation and benefits
* Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
* Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
* Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
* Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
* Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
* Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
* Make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through compassionate care.
* Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
* Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
* Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
* Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 31 May 2026.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Caroline Schmidli on 0492 038 760 or Caroline.Schmidli@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.
Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
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