Family and Carer Peer Support Worker

Family and Carer Peer Support Worker

Permanent / Part time 26.6 hours per week

Stawell or Horsham

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About the position

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Connect Centre operates through a partnership with Mind Australia, Ballarat Community Health and Grampians Community Health. The service operates across the Grampians and Wimmera regions with the main centre in Ballarat and a satellite site in Nhill. The establishment of family and carer-led centres is a key part of the Victorian Mental Health Reforms.

The Family and Carer Peer Support Worker uses their personal experience of supporting a family member, friend or loved one who has experienced mental health challenges and/or alcohol and other drug issues to support other carers and families.

The role provides a listening ear, encouragement, practical assistance, information and guidance to people who are supporting someone through difficult times. Support may be provided face-to-face, over the phone, online or in community settings.

You do not need to have worked in the mental health sector previously. We value lived experience, empathy, good communication skills and a genuine desire to help others. Training and support will be provided.

Skills and experience

Qualifications

• A formal qualification is welcome but not essential.

You may have:

• A qualification in Mental Health, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Community Services or a related field; or

• Peer Work training such as Intentional Peer Support; or

• Personal experience supporting a family member or loved one through mental health and/or alcohol and other drug challenges, together with relevant volunteer or work experience.

Training and professional development opportunities are available for suitable candidates.

Mandatory

• Personal lived or living experience of supporting a family member, friend or loved one experiencing mental health challenges and/or alcohol and other drug issues.

• Ability to use your experiences appropriately to provide hope, encouragement and support to others.

• Compassion, empathy and a non-judgemental approach.

• Ability to communicate respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds.

• A willingness to learn about local services and supports available to carers and families.

• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.

Desirable

The following would be an advantage but are not essential:

• Experience providing support, advocacy or mentoring to carers, families or community members.

• Understanding of peer support principles.

• Experience facilitating groups or community activities.

• Knowledge of local mental health, alcohol and other drug or family support services.

• Understanding of the challenges faced by children and young carers when a family member is experiencing distress.

About Grampians Community Health

You can be more than part of your community – be someone making a difference for people in your community

• Situated in the heart of picturesque Grampians and Wimmera regions.
• Employ over 200 staff at three sites located at Stawell (main office), Horsham and Ararat.
• Provides a safe, inclusive and respectful environment that values culture, beliefs, values, gender identity and capacity.
• Our staff are empowering professional, inclusive, compassionate and courageous.

Employee Benefits

Salary Packaging

• Up to $15,900 to reduce taxation increase take home pay - includes personal expenses.
• Meal and entertainment expenses and venue hire.
• ATO Remote Housing Allowance (for eligible place of residence).
• Novated leasing.
• Relocation expenses.
• Portable devices.

Rewards Programs

• Blue Card Discount program for discounts on purchases.
• Commbank Workplace Banking Program for discounts and rewards.

Hybrid Working from Home

• Hybrid working conditions for certain (but not all) positions taking into consideration our clients’ needs.
• Laptop and mobile phone provided allowing you to remain connected.

Professional Development

• Support professional development to develop knowledge and skills staff to better meet the needs of our clients.
• Reimbursement of course fees for further qualifications (less tax component) for courses enrolled in after 6 months of employment.

Purchased Leave

• Up to 20 days additional leave in a financial year for eligible staff.

Clinical Supervision

• External professional clinical supervision
• Internal clinical supervision.

Employee Assistance Program

• Free confidential, professional assistance to staff members for personal or work-related issues and concerns.