Carer Peer Worker (Mental Health) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
TURN YOUR LIVED EXPERIENCE INTO HOPE AND CONNECTION!
Ready to make a difference? Join Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services as a Carer Peer Worker (Mental Health) within the Fraser Coast Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit at Hervey Bay or Maryborough Hospital. Use your personal caring experience to support families and carers on their mental health journey.
• Provide peer support, understanding and encouragement
• Empower carers to navigate mental health services
• Share lived experience to inspire hope and recovery
Make a meaningful difference for carers and families — apply now!
About this role
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- A Carer Peer Worker works under direction to facilitate the delivery of support services to carers and families of the mental health service.
- A Carer Peer Worker is employed to assist carers and families, service providers and Non-Government Organisations (NGO) to develop a better understanding of the recovery framework while utilising a lived experience of caring for someone with mental health issues to work towards achieving the best outcomes for consumers.
- A Carer Peer Worker provides support in both inpatient and community settings.
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
You will receive a competitive salary between $51.47 - $57.24 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) (AO3) (Several Casual Positions Available) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2609WB693959.
Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and professional growth:
- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle
Discover Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed K'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
‘Care, connection and compassion for all'
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Job details
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Position status Casual |
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Position type Flexible |
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Occupational group Health - Mental Health Clinicians |
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Classification AO3 |
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Workplace Location Wide Bay |
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Job ad reference QLD/H2609WB693959 |
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Closing date 21-Oct-2026 |
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Salary other |
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Job duration
Several Casual Positions Available |
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Contact person
Carey Thomson |
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Contact details
0400 499 741
Access the National Relay Service |
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Attachments
Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.62MB)
Information Package for Applicants Information for Applicants Jan 2020 (PDF, 290KB) Information Package for Applicants Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 790KB) Information Package for Applicants H2609WB693959 RD (PDF, 1.47MB) Role Description |
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