Kaya Peer Worker

Ruah aims to promote measures to achieve equality. Section 51 of the Equal opportunity Act applies to this role. 

Ruah is seeking a Kaya Peer Worker to join our Mental Health and Wellness Regional team! This is a permanent part-time position working 19hours (2.5 days) per week.

The Kaya Peer Worker role is often the first point for clients with Ruah Community services, the position will work in partnership with the client and their natural supports in order to develop an individual personal and recovery plan. The job entails providing a range of support interventions within a developmental framework that enables clients to address their needs and improve their quality of life.

Promoting a culture of hope and optimism for personal recovery, a Kaya Peer Worker works alongside a client to identify their existing strengths and resources, as well as to support real choices and promote self-determination. The Kaya Peer Worker position follows the values and principles of Peer practice as outlined in both the National Lived Experience (Peer) guidelines, as well as the WA Framework for the Lived Experience (Peer) workforce.

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values and the three guiding principles of the organisation.
• Lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or a Cultural peer perspective.
• Willingness to identify as a person with lived experience working in a peer support role.
• An understanding of peer work in a community setting.
• Openness to continuous quality improvement and learning in this role.
• A great attitude and commitment to your team, colleagues, clients, and the organisation.
• Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team.
• Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills and resilience.
• Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Understanding of basic computer skills including Microsoft office and client reporting system. 
• Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.
• Experience in working with clients experiencing significant mental health issues will be highly regarded.

• An opportunity to work with a passionate and highly skilled team.
• A chance to work alongside supportive human beings who genuinely want the best for you and your career. 
• A salary aligned with Level 2 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $63,851 pro-rata per annum.
• 5 weeks annual leave 
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flex to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service). 
• Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging with:
• up to $15,900 core packaging
• plus additional $2,650 in entertainment packaging benefits for travel, accommodation, meals, entertainment, parking and more!
• options to use an Everyday Purchase card to make things simple.
• An extensive learning and development program. 
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more! 
• Annual leave loading of 17.5% (for award-based staff).
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much much more!

Required Compliance Documents

• Current drivers’ license
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

If you are interested in applying please click apply and submit a cover letter of no more the 2 pages along with a current CV.

Closing date for applications - 5pm 30 June 2024. If the suitable candidate is successful prior to this date, the ad will close early.

For further information or a confidential discussion about the position please contact:

Alicia Roche, Service Lead - Mental Health and Wellness Regional, at ************@ruah.org.au

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we  need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. 

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.