GROW Peer Coach - Fremantle Region, Western Australia

Peer coach – Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) Program

Contracted position to July 2027

GROW Australia is seeking an experienced and motivated Peer coach to support our Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) program across the Perth Metro region.

This role combines responsibilities with direct participant support, including managing a caseload within the CPS program. Areas of delivery will include parts of Country W.A and Perth North.

This is an identified position, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We also welcome applications from anyone who believes they have the skills, experience and passion to succeed in the role.

About GROW Australia

GROW Australia is a national community mental health organisation with over 65 years of experience supporting people through peer-led recovery programs and psychosocial support services.

Our work is grounded in lived experience, recovery, community connection, and hope.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage a caseload of participants receiving CPS supports

Deliver individual sessions providing recovery-oriented, strengths-based psychosocial support

Work collaboratively with participants to develop and review recovery goals and support plans

Support participants to build independence, social connection, daily living skills, and community participation

Assist participants to connect with housing, health, employment, education, and other community services

Co-facilitate groups, activities, and community-based recovery programs

Build and maintain relationships with local services, stakeholders,



and referral partners

Participate in outreach activities and promote GROW programs within the community

Support staff development, reflective practice, and team collaboration

Maintain accurate case notes, participant records, data collection, and reporting requirements

Ensure services are delivered in line with CPS guidelines, organisational policies, and quality standards

What We’re Looking For

Experience working in community mental health, psychosocial support, peer work, or related services

Strong understanding of recovery-oriented and person-centred practice

Ability to work independently while supporting a cooperative team environment

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Confidence working with digital systems and Microsoft Office programs

Qualification in Mental Health, Community Services, Peer Work, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Current Driver’s Licence

National Police Check

Working with Children Check

Current First Aid Certificate

Lived experience of mental health recovery is strongly encouraged and highly valued.

The Offer

Part-time position – 0.6 EFT (3 days per week) or 45.6 hours per fortnight

Salary packaging benefits available

Superannuation

Leave loading

5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Flexible and supportive working environment including work from home

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Opportunity to work within a values-driven national mental health organisation

Meaningful work supporting recovery and community connection

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