Peer Worker (EIPSR)

At EACH, our vision is for a healthy and inclusive community.

EIPSR (Early Intervention Psychosocial Support Response) program, are very pleased to announce a new career opportunity to support this innovative partnership with Eastern Health.

The EIPSR program will lead a new way of supporting people with psychosocial issues specifically working to support our clients in their personal recovery journey, achieve set goals, increase independence, functionality and community connections.

We have a Peer Worker (Recovery) vacancy available to develop your career with EACH and provide a high level of service and support to the program.

Who we’re looking for

If you have lived experience and have worked as a Peer in a complex mental health outreach program, are qualified with a Certificate IV in Disability or Mental Health, and enjoy working closely with other service delivery professionals, you might be exactly the person we’re looking for!

As part of our EIPSR Towards Wellbeing Team in Boronia, EACH is looking for a Part Time (3 days p/w) Peer Worker to provide, recovery-orientated, evidence-based peer support interventions to mental health clients.

Ideally you will have:

• Lived experience of mental illness and demonstrated experience of recovery
• Experience as a mental health peer worker
• Willingness and ability to share recovery experience with others
• Experience of the public or private mental health system
• Understanding of harm minimisation approaches to the treatment and management of persons with a Dual Diagnosis (substance misuse and mental health issues)
• Demonstrated experience in working at a direct care level, including the ability to prioritise different needs within a group
• A demonstrated knowledge of the relevant and current legislation relating to the client group including the Mental Health Act and Privacy Act

What you’ll be doing
You will work collaboratively with colleagues, clients, carers, clinical service – Eastern Health and other community partner organisations in order to deliver the best possible comprehensive service to clients. You will be integral member of the team and draw on the unique perspective and contribution of a lived experience of recovery from mental illness, to instil confidence and hope in others about the journey of recovery.

What we offer:
EACH is committed to developing our people. At EACH you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Work arrangements that flex to you to allow for a positive work-life balance
• Engaging, inclusive supportive team that meet regularly and has its own chat page to provide daily support to each other
• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 tax-free income per year
• Up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals entertainment
• Opportunities for internal career progression across QLD, NSW, ACT, and VIC
• Support through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you, and your immediate family members
• Opportunities to continuously grow and develop.