Peer Support Worker

Your role at St John of God Social Outreach We are seeking applications for a Peer Support Worker to join our Social Outreach team in Bunbury, on a permanent part-time basis. Working as a Peer Support Worker, you will provide the highest level of support to individuals who are provided with a service by South-West Community Alcohol and Drug Services (SWCADS). This will be achieved through the implementation of services and programs that are flexible and individualised in response to each person being supported. The Position Participate in a range of appropriate programs and activities aimed at increasing the individual’s skills, knowledge and improve access to required services in the community. Provide the highest level of support for individuals supported and ensure each person supported is treated with respect that enhances their personal worth, dignity and rights, at all times. Assist in achieving individual’s, team and service goals and objectives. Seek ways of improving the service standards through working closely with clinical care givers, AOD prevention staff, line managers and contributing to meetings. Maintain a high level of service provision for all individuals and ensure the health, wellbeing and safety of all people supported and staff is maintained at all times. Support the identified needs of individuals in relation to their particular life circumstances. To be successfully shortlisted, applicants will have a Certificate IV or above in a related field (Community Services, AOD, Mental Health) and experience working in a human service-related sector. Successful applicants must hold a valid WA drivers’ licence, Working with Children Check and National Police Clearance. Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values. We can offer you Salary: $74,031 to $79,388 (pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% SuperannuationPermanent part-time, working 22.8 hours per weekSalary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:Novated leasing work related expensesself-education andadditional superannuationA healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programsEmployee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance For all enquiries contact Keryl Morris, Clinical Coordinator South-West Community Drug & Alcohol Service on (08) 9729 6700. Applications close: April 17th At St John of God Social Outreach, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

Location: Carey Park, AU

Posted Date: 5/3/2025