Carer Peer Worker - Older Adult Acute Mental Health Unit (1 West)
Join a progressive healthcare organisation which aims to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care. Peninsula Health's extensive offering can provide you with many exciting career & learning opportunities alongside a dedicated and collaborative team.
In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
* Great team, respectful culture & supportive management
* Permanent part time role, 2 days per week
* Skip the traffic & work close to home in Frankston, gateway to the gorgeous Mornington Peninsula
* Classification Range: Lived Experience Worker Level 2 - Y1-4 (MP32 - MP35)*
On 1st January 2026, five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health; a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.
The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1st January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.
What You Will Be Doing
Carer Peer Workers are empathetic listeners who promote hope, choice and connection in their relationships with others. The Carer Peer Worker will engage and support carers both 1:1 and in group settings. They will also work closely with the multi-disciplinary team to improve consumer, family/carer and team outcomes.
Carer Peer Workers employed at Peninsula Health receive professional support, training and supervision to assist them in their role.
For further details about the role please see the Position Description
What You Need
We anticipate you will have:
* Must have and be willing to work from a lived experience of caring, supporting, advocating for a loved one with mental health concerns/psychological distress and/or co-occurring MH/AOD concerns
* Have (or be undertaking) relevant Peer Work discipline qualification/training (i.e. Certificate IV in Peer Work, IPS or similar)
* Ability to work from recovery-oriented, trauma-informed approaches and support Carers' sense of dignity and self determination
* Demonstrate understanding and practical application of the guiding principles, values, and ethics of peer support work
* Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
* Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
* Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
* Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
* Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
* Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
* Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering or for specific role information, please feel welcome to contact Maeve Kennedy via email ********@phcn.vic.gov.au
The role ceases advertising on 11 December 2025
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply. We are also strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: It is strongly recommended that this role is up to date with Covid-19 vaccination.
*Please refer to salary circular for salary range VICTORIAN PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT. Sub‑grading will be based on years of experience.
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