Peer Worker

Job description

Peer Worker – Lived Experience Location: Thomas Embling Hospital but may be required to work at other sites Classification: Consumer Peer Workforce Salary: $68,874 - $73 070 plus Super and Benefits Work Type: Full - Time A career in the forensic mental health sector is diverse, challenging and rewarding. A career at Forensicare will be like no other. If you’re passionate about supporting people in their mental health recovery, Forensicare is where you need to be. You will be a part of a caring and supportive team, making a real difference to people living with the dual stigma of mental illness and offending. We approach our work with curiosity and a commitment to understanding the unique needs of our consumers and carers. Working across community, hospital and prison settings, you can learn, apply your specialist skills and advance in your profession. Together, we can contribute to a more connected, compassionate mental health and criminal justice system. Position Objective: As a Peer Worker, you will provide direct support, advocacy, and recovery - focused engagement to consumers across Forensicare services. Working collaboratively with clinical teams and the wider Lived Experienc...