Peer Worker - Identified

Join a transformative service where your experience truly makes a difference!Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Non Graduate
Remuneration: $30.45 - $44.03 Per Hour + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 8Location: Awabakal Country
Requisition ID: REQ490517Applications Close: Monday, 1st June 2024Peer WorkerAwabakal Country | NewcastleThis is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.About the role:Join our dedicated team providing critical support to individuals experiencing high levels of suicidal ideation. At our drop-in service, you will:

• Work through suicidal thoughts with clients and help them develop safety plans.
• Respond to clients as they arrive, offering peer mentoring and educational resources.
• Utilise your lived experience to connect with clients and reflect on shared struggles, creating a supportive environment.
• Benefit from the presence and support of an on-site clinician for cases requiring escalation, ensuring comprehensive care.
• Shifts to be covered are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings from 1330 to 2200. You will be required to work one of these shifts each week, with a consistent roster

Our ideal candidate will have lived experience, enriching our peer-led approach with genuine empathy and understanding.Our location at 22 Stewart Street, Newcastle, is centrally situated with excellent public transport access and convenient parking available behind the Safe Haven buildingBenefits:

• Start with a supernumerary shift alongside two experienced Peer Workers and a clinician.
• Benefit from a collaborative environment with two Peer Workers and one clinician on each shift.
• Access additional support from the acute care team when needed.
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) Superannuation contributions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

About you:

• You exhibit empathy alongside outstanding active listening abilities.
• You remain supportive while showcasing resilience.
• You acknowledge and honour diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements:

• Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia and ability to travel and work across different locations as required.

Additional Information:

• Citing and corroboration of Aboriginal identity is flexible, however the statutory requirements for Aboriginality are based upon descent. For information on Confirmation of Aboriginality requirements click

. If you require support, please make contact so this support can be offered. * An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Danielle Sander on Danielle.Sander@health.nsw.gov.au or Bron Rose on 0428 425 324 or Bron.Rose@health.nsw.gov.au for safe yarningInformation for Applicants:Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: .This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.Connect with us on and !#AboriginalEmployment