Carer Peer Worker (Mental Health) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)

Make a difference through the power of lived experience.

Join Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services as a Carer Peer Worker in Hervey Bay or Maryborough.

Use your lived experience to inspire hope, build connection and support carers and families, service providers and Non-Government Organisations to develop understanding of the recovery journey.

- Use your lived experience to support and empower others.
- Promote hope, recovery and person-centred care.
- Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Make a meaningful difference in your local community.

Make a difference through the power of lived experience.

Join Wide Bay Mental Health and Specialised Services as a Carer Peer Worker in Hervey Bay or Maryborough.

Use your lived experience to inspire hope, build connection and support carers and families, service providers and Non-Government Organisations to develop understanding of the recovery journey.

- Use your lived experience to support and empower others.
- Promote hope, recovery and person-centred care.
- Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Make a meaningful difference in your local community.

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

- A Carer Peer Worker works under direction to facilitate the delivery of support services to carers and families of the mental health service.
- A Carer Peer Worker is employed to assist carers and families, service providers and Non-Government Organisations (NGO)



to develop a better understanding of the recovery framework while utilising a lived experience of caring for someone with mental health issues to work towards achieving the best outcomes for consumers.
- A Carer Peer Worker provides support in both inpatient and community settings.

Find out more in the Role Description .

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive salary between $51.47 - $57.24 p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) (AO3) (Several Casual Positions Available) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2309WB .

Other benefits include an attractive and competitive employment package designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing and skilled growth:

- Generous employer superannuation contribution of up to 12.75%
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- The opportunity to enjoy a lower cost of living while working in beautiful regional Wide Bay, with access to coastal living, strong community connections and a relaxed lifestyle

Discover Fraser Coast

TheFraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes,laid-back lifestyleand mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. Thisdestinationwith a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listedK'gari (Formerly Fraser Island), the location of incrediblewhale watchingencounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfrescocafes,shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city ofMaryborough.

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📌 Carer Peer Worker (Mental Health) (Hervey Bay and Maryborough)
🏢 Queensland Health
📍 Maryborough