Aboriginal Mental Identified Health Peer Worker - REQ646484
About the job
The Aboriginal Mental Health & Wellbeing Peer Worker position at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of Aboriginal young people. By leveraging lived experiences of mental illness, this job plays a crucial role in providing culturally safe support and promoting recovery. The team thrives on collaboration, compassion, and a shared commitment to excellence in care.
You'll be responsible for
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Supporting Aboriginal young people
Utilising lived experiences to assist Aboriginal young people accessing mental health services.🏡
Promoting cultural safety
Ensuring a welcoming environment for Aboriginal young people and their families within the mental health team.🌈
Role modelling recovery
Demonstrating that recovery from mental illness is possible and supporting young people in their journey.Key criteria
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Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent
Must identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander for genuine occupational qualification.View
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Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work
Possession of or commitment to obtain within 18 months.View
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Lived experience in mental health recovery
Ability to utilize personal experiences to support others' recovery journeys.View
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