Are you passionate about mental health advocacy and supporting individuals on their recovery journey? Join our dynamic team as a Peer Worker for our upcoming Mental Health Network, based in Goulburn. As a Peer Worker, you will play a crucial role in providing support, hope, and inspiration to individuals facing mental health challenges, using your own lived experience as a valuable asset.
**Responsibilities**
- Flexibly engage with individuals in the Goulburn LGA requiring mental health services and provide empathetic support based on your own lived experience.
- Foster a supportive and non-judgmental environment, promoting recovery and well-being.
- Collaborate with mental health professionals, participating in care planning and assisting with the implementation of recovery-focused interventions.
- Share knowledge and personal experiences to empower individuals and help them develop self-advocacy skills.
- Assist individuals in accessing community resources and services, and provide information about relevant support networks.
- Contribute to team meetings, case discussions, and training sessions, providing valuable insights from your lived experience perspective.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with organisational policies and guidelines.
**Requirements**:
- Lived experience of mental health challenges and personal recovery is essential for this role.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships with individuals.
- A strong understanding of recovery-oriented approaches and person-centered care.
- Knowledge of the local mental health support services and community resources in Goulburn is highly desirable.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and uphold confidentiality.
- Flexibility to work collaboratively within a team environment and independently when required.
- Good organisational and time management skills.
- Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (or willingness to obtain it within a specified timeframe).
- Current Working With Children Check and National Criminal Check.
- Current Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle.
**Benefits**
- Join a passionate and dedicated team committed to making a positive impact in the mental health sector.
- Opportunity to contribute your lived experience and empower individuals on their recovery journey.
- Competitive salary packaging and benefits.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
**How to Apply**
If you are excited about the opportunity to use your lived experience to support others and make a real difference in their lives, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Only applicants who address the criteria will be considered.
As an organisation we celebrate our diversity and welcome all people regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from a diverse cultural background are encouraged to apply.