*The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Carer Peer Worker (Identified Lived Experience - Adolescent Day Program) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide carer peer support, practical assistance, education, information and referrals to carers, families and significant others
Supporting the planning, facilitation and evaluation of carer peer support groups, educational programs and other activities that foster social inclusion, family recovery and long-term wellbeing
Advocating for the inclusion of carer and family perspectives and input into care and recovery plans working alongside multidisciplinary teams to strengthen and support the connection and engagement between carers and the clinicians delivering care
Working with families, multidisciplinary health care teams, service providers, education and training providers
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
It is a mandatory requirement of this position that the employee has a lived/living experience of mental illness, service use and recovery and is able to use this experience to support others living with mental health and substance use challenges.
Whilst not mandatory, a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or Mental Health, or demonstration of working towards obtaining these or similar qualifications or higher would be well regarded
Blue card / Working with children check (GCH will cover cost)
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Temporary part time (64 hrs p.f, 6 months with the possibility of extension)
Base salary ranging from $ $44.46 per hour
About Us
The Adolescent Day Program (ADP) is part of the state-wide Child and Youth Mental Health Service continuum of care providing specialist, multidisciplinary assessment and integrated treatment for adolescents with severe, complex and persistent mental illnesses which results in severe psychosocial impairment. The ADP operates on the premise that young people can and do recover from mental illness. A range of interagency, recovery-focused, psychosocial, educational and vocational programs are tailored to the young person's assessed clinical and rehabilitation needs enabling the young person to build on their strengths, enhance their self esteem, build on opportunities for social inclusion and promote recovery-focused outcomes upon discharge.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC
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