Job Role: Peer Specialist
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We are seeking a Peer Specialist to support individuals with mental health challenges in their recovery journey.
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As a Peer Specialist, you will utilize your own life-changing experiences with mental health challenges and service use to empower others through supportive relationships.
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Your key responsibilities will include:
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* Role-modeling recovery and championing the concept of peer support.
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* Forming authentic relationships with consumers by sharing your personal experiences and understanding of mental health challenges.
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* Working to reduce stigma and discrimination within the community.
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* Supporting consumers in developing self-management skills, wellness strategies, and safety plans.
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* Assisting consumers in connecting with local resources, networks, and services.
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Requirements for this role include:
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* Lived experience of mental health challenges and service use.
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* Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with consumers.
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* Capacity to support consumers in navigating mental health services.
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A Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or enrollment in the program with completion expected within 12 months is highly regarded.