Peer Worker - Community Mental Health
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 21 Dec 2025)
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Non Grad / Health Education Officer Grad
Remuneration: $62,486.00 - $104,066.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Parkes, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 22 May 2025 – 11:59pm
Peer Worker - Community Mental Health
Community Mental Health Drug & Alcohol - Lachlan
About the role
The primary purpose of the role is to provide individual and group support to consumers by working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to promote engagement of people in their individual treatment and recovery.
38hrs per week – Monday to Friday 830am to 5pm. No public holidays or weekends.
Lachlan CMHDA consists of a multidisciplinary team of mental health, drug & alcohol professionals. Parkes Safe Haven is a peer led team which offer a similar service in a non-clinical environment.
Being able to support people to navigate the mental health system, model hope and recovery; connectedness and citizenship to promote wellness and undertake individual advocacy for people who access the service.
You will work collaboratively and be supported by a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of these services including carer/family support.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Natasha Hutchison, Team Leader - Lachlan CMHDA on (02) 6861 2570 or at Natasha.hutchison@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
