The RoleAn opportunity has become available for an Advanced Carer Peer Worker (Identified Lived Experience - Older Persons Mental Health Community) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.You willWork effectively and collaboratively as a member of the multidisciplinary team, in accordance with peer work values and within scope of practiceWork within professional boundaries as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide an integrated model of carePositively promote individual and family recovery orientation and principles to carers, families and staff members and share lived expertise from a carer perspectiveProvide direct carer peer support to carers, families and significant others by engaging in individual and group peer support, advocacy and education activitiesAbout youTo be successful in this position you will require:It is a mandatory requirement of this position that the employee has a lived/living experience of mental illness, service use and recovery and is able to use this experience to support others living with mental health and substance use challenges.Previous experience working within a public mental health service or the community sector as a Carer Peer Worker is essential.Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis BTuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be requiredDeclaration of serious discipline history must be disclosedCriminal History Screening will be required for recent employees (GCH will cover cost)BenefitsFlexible work optionsCareer DevelopmentSalary PackagingModern FacilitiesDiverse Work CultureResearch Opportunities12.75% super17.5% leave loadingSalaryPermanent part time (45.6 hrs per fortnight)Base salary ranging from $48.60 - $53.54 per hourAbout UsMental Health and Specialist Services Consumer, Carer and Family Participation Team is a lived experience team. The team provides a responsive program of recovery-oriented peer support, education, and information for consumers, families and carers. The team's goal is to increase consumer, family and carer participation in the planning, delivery and evaluation of mental health and alcohol and other drugs services.The Older Persons Mental Health Community Team service provides specialised, community-based multi-disciplinary services, including mental health assessment and treatment, for adults over the age of 65 years (under 55 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Persons) who have a severe and complex mental illness, which is complicated by problems related to ageing.About Gold Coast HealthNationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health careAnnual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billionMore than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health PrecinctsSecondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilitiesOpportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyleA workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their bestCommitted to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belongHow to ApplyClick APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 24 September 2026Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.Job Ad reference: GC Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Advanced Peer Worker (Identified Lived Experience - Older Persons Mental Health Community) (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 City of Gold Coast