Peer Worker
About the job
Stride is a leader in mental health service delivery, dedicated to supporting adults, young people, and early childhood intervention. The Medicare Mental Health Centre, part of Australiaâs reformed mental health system, offers a free, welcoming space for individuals seeking mental health advice and services. The team values a supportive environment where everyone can contribute to the recovery journey of others, fostering hope and resilience.
You'll be responsible for
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Mentoring and supporting consumers
Mentoring and supporting consumers in a person-led, strengths-focused, and recovery-oriented way to support hope and promote resilience, while modeling the possibility and longevity of recovery.đ€
Building professional relationships
Building respectful, professional, and appropriate relationships with consumers based on conversations that draw from personal experiences and emotions to support their recovery journey.đŁ
Advocating for systemic issues
Informing and contributing to employee learning and service understanding, while advocating on systemic issues impacting individuals living with mental health challenges.Key criteria
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Cert IV in Mental Health Peer Work
Required qualification or willingness to complete it.View
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Lived experience of mental illness
Personal recovery journey to support others effectively.View
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Relationship-building skills
Ability to foster respectful connections with consumers.View
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