Peer Support Worker - ESMHS

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD)Rand, Australia

29 days ago

Job description

Peer Support Worker - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service (ESMHS)

Join the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) as a Peer Support Worker in the Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service.

Job Details

Employment Type : Permanent Part Time
Position Classification : Health Education Officer Graduate, Health Education Officer Non Graduate
Remuneration : $32.77 – $54.58 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours per Week : 24
Requisition ID : REQ620094
Location : Randwick, Sydney
Application Deadline : 23 November 2025
Interview Dates : 1–5 December 2025

Benefits

An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Part Time positions

Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full‑time employees) in addition to annual leave

Salary packaging options that reduce taxable income and increase take‑home pay (up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing)

Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Selection Criteria

Personal experience as a consumer of Mental Health Services and ability to utilise the lived experience to support others in their own mental health recovery journey.

Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or willingness and commitment to obtain. For Graduate Health Education Officers, additional relevant health degree required.

Experience working in a Mental Health Peer Worker role, with the ability to plan, implement and evaluate group and individual peer‑led activities.

Demonstrated knowledge of current local, State and National legislation and standards relevant to mental health.

Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to consumer‑led recovery principles and trauma‑informed care.

Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within the multidisciplinary team and with a diverse range of stakeholders including consumers, families and service providers.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a multidisciplinary team with excellent computer skills (proficient in MS Office applications).

Current driver’s licence (with willingness to travel in accordance with demands of the position).

Additional Information

Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards

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Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If adjustments to the recruitment / interview process are needed, please email .

Information for Applicants

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.

SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply.

Contact

For more information, contact Steve Adei at .

Core Values

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all employees, irrespective of their characteristics. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

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