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Aboriginal Peer Worker

HiTalent Recruitment
Penrith, NSW
A$75,000-$85,000 p/a
Community Services & Development → Indigenous & Multicultural Services
Full-time
On-site

Posted 10 days ago



HiTalent Recruitment is partnering exclusively with a well respected, not-for-profit organisation in Western Sydney to recruit for several roles within the Mental Health sector. This organisation is committed to making a positive impact in the community and is seeking dedicated Identified Peer Workers to assist with individuals with mental health challenges, specifically within the Aboriginal community.

Are you passionate about supporting individuals and families in the mental health sector? Would you like to work in a culturally diverse, supportive environment where your impact is truly valued?

Join a multi-disciplinary team at a Mental Health Service, delivering essential clinical and psychosocial support services to the community. This government initiative is designed to offer accessible, free mental health care.As a Peer Worker, you will use your lived experience of mental health challenges to provide empathetic, person-centred support to individuals in need. The service offers a safe, inclusive environment for people experiencing crisis, emotional distress, or early signs of mental health deterioration. Peer Workers work closely with clinicians, service managers, and team leaders to support holistic recovery.

Job Duties

Use your lived experience to support others on their mental health journey

Provide empathy, encouragement, and hope from a peer perspective

Build safe and trusting relationships with clients

Support individuals to set and work towards personal recovery goals

Help run group programs that build connection and life skills

Assist clients to access services like Centrelink, housing, NDIS, and healthcare

Advocate for client needs with service providers

Work closely with a team of clinicians and support workers

Keep clear and accurate notes and records

Take part in regular training, supervision, and team meetings

Benefits:

A family-friendly, flexible work environment that supports your work-life balance

A supportive, culturally rich team that feels like one big family

Ongoing investment in staff, with monthly training, cultural celebrations, and professional development opportunities

Full-time, ongoing roles, providing employment security and a strong foundation for a lasting career

Above SCHADS award pay, because they see the immense value of this work

If you are passionate about supporting Aboriginal children, young people, and their carers, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to creating brighter futures.

Please contact Nupur @HiTalent
P: 02 7228 3767
E: [email protected]
W: www.hitalent.com.au


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