Job Description
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (Up to 30 June ****)
n Position Classification: Health Education Officer Grad/ Non- Grad
n Remuneration: $***** - $***** ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
n Location: Orange or Dubbo NSW – Find out more
n Hours Per Week: 19
n Applications Close: 20 September *********:59pm
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Social & Emotional Wellbeing Carer Peer Worker – Safeguards Team
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Mental Health Drug & Alcohol
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About the role
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The Carer Social & Emotional Peer Worker will support the Safeguards team through a combination of face-to-face and virtual service delivery.
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The primary purpose of this role is to provide individual and group support to carers and consumers, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to enhance carer engagement and support consumers throughout their treatment and recovery journey.
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This part-time position offers flexibility, with hours negotiated within the operating hours of 10:00am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday. The role may be based in Dubbo or Orange.
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Working alongside Safeguards Clinicians, a Psychiatrist and Psychiatry Registrar, the successful candidate will play an important role in strengthening connections with carers and improving engagement with those accessing the Safeguards service.
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This position is supported through the Western NSW Local Health District Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol (MHDA) Peer Workforce Supervision and Support Program, ensuring peer workers are well-supported, safe and effective in their practice.
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To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
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Helping you Move to Western NSW
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The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
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A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website
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Role‐related enquiries
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Please contact Jolene Kallus on ******** *** or at
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for more information.
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Additional information for applicants
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All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
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This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
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Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre‐employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
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Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care
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All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a secure and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
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Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
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To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
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For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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