Peer Worker (Start Court)
About Outcare
Outcare is a leading provider of community services in
Western Australia, supporting people, families and communities to build
stronger, more stable futures. Guided by our focus of guiding growth for
stronger futures, we work alongside people to create practical pathways that
support safety, housing stability, wellbeing, connection and positive
participation in community life.
We are deeply committed to child safeguarding, culturally
safe practice, and bringing new thinking to complex social challenges. Outcare
is part of PeopleKind Group, a diverse and growing group of organisations
delivering services across justice, disability, housing, allied health, child
protection and reintegration.
The role
We are seeking a Lived Experience Peer Worker to provide
practical guidance, mentorship and peer-based support to Start Court
participants. Drawing on your own lived experience of substance use, justice
involvement and/or mental health challenges, you will support participants to
build confidence, strengthen personal goals and take positive steps in their
community journey.
In this role, you will build respectful, trust-based
relationships with participants and use your lived experience to support, coach
and encourage them in a way that promotes hope, self-agency and meaningful
engagement. You will bring an important lived experience perspective to the
Start Court program and work alongside the broader team to support participant
wellbeing and connection.
The responsibilities
Provide peer support and mentorship to
participants by drawing on your lived experience of substance use, justice
system involvement and/or mental health challenges.
Support participants to identify their
strengths, goals and interests, and take practical steps towards achieving
them.
Facilitate or co-facilitate group sessions,
including programs such as Wellness, Money Minded and SMART Recovery.
Provide practical guidance, self-help resources




and empowerment tools to participants and their support networks.
Assist participants to connect with relevant
community resources, services and supports.Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary
team to support participants in progressing towards their goals
Represent participant, consumer and carer
perspectives to inform service planning and decision-making.
Engage in ongoing training and professional
development to strengthen peer practice.
What you will need
Lived experience of substance use, contact with
the justice system and/or mental health challenges.
Qualifications in Peer Work and/or Mental Health
Peer Work.
Demonstrated experience in recovery
reintegration practices and programs.
Experience and confidence in mentoring, coaching
and modelling culturally responsive practice.
High-level written, verbal and interpersonal
communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with participants,
support networks, internal staff, government agencies and other stakeholders.
A explicit understanding of person-centred,
culturally appropriate practice.
Proficient in the use of technology including
email and Microsoft Office.
Other employment requirements
Must
hold Australian Citizenship or be a permanent resident of Australia
Australian
Drivers Licence
National
Police Clearance
Working
with Children Check
First
Aid and CPR
What will you get in return?
Salary packaging of up to $15,899 for general
living expenses and an additional $2,650 for entertainment benefits per annum.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Professional development opportunities.
Flexible work arrangements.
How to apply
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter
detailing your lived experience and how it has shaped your ability to support
individuals with complex needs.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds,
including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from
diverse cultures and abilities, and those with varied lived experiences. For
further information, please contact Tarryn Shaw on **************.

📌 Peer Worker- Start Court (Western Australia)
🏢 Outcare
📍 Western Australia