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1. Permanent part time role, based at Prahran
2. Increase your pay with Salary Packaging
3. Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people
4. 525694
5. Prahran, VIC, 3181
6. Mental Health
7. Permanent Part Time
* Permanent part time role, based at Prahran
* Increase your pay with Salary Packaging
* Make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people
About role
We are seeking a Peer Work Trainer to support and mentor students completing their Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work. Drawing on lived or living experience of mental health and/or AOD recovery, the role involves co-facilitating reflective practice, providing one-on-one mentoring, and supporting peer-led programs within services like the Op Shop, Emergency Relief, and Hartley's Café. The Peer Work Trainer will work closely with the Senior Peer Mentor and Peer Cadet Lead to ensure a safe, structured, and empowering learning environment.
Benefits of working at Uniting
Our work isn't easy, but it matters. Work with people who care as much as you.
In addition to a salary equivalent to SCHADS Level 4 + super, you can access the following.
* An extra 17.5% on top of your fortnightly pay when you take paid annual leave
* Ability to increase your take-home pay by accessing up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits which can be used for living expenses such as rent, groceries, bills, clothing, and much more
* 10% discount for eligible employees on the childcare subsidy gap fee when using a Uniting Early Learning service or centre
* A great location in Prahran, close to public transport
* Access training and development opportunities to help you grow
Your skills and experience
We are looking for a Trainer who is willing to work with people from all walks of life.
* Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or equivalent)
* Lived and/or living experience of mental health and/or AOD recovery (as a consumer, family member, or carer)
* Experience working as a peer worker in a professional setting
* Strong understanding of challenges faced by people experiencing mental health and/or AOD issues
* Ability to appropriately share lived experience to inspire hope and support recovery
* IPS (Individual Placement and Support) training
View The Position Description Here .
How to apply
Click APPLY to submit your interest and we'll be in touch shortly. We'll be reviewing applications as they come through as we're keen to engage with someone.
If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Raph Van Workum, Team Leader on 0481463250 or via email – raph.vanworkum@vt.uniting.org.
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.
Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a 'child safe' organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
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