First Nations Peer Wellbeing Navigator

Wellways

Rockhampton City, QLD, Australia
Schads level 4 ($44.58 ph); salary pyckaging + lea...
First nations lived experience
Culturally respectful approach
Participant focused
This innovative approach represents a transformative shift offering a remarkable opportunity to shape the future of mental health and wellbeing in Queensland

Job Summary

  • This innovative approach represents a transformative shift offering a remarkable opportunity to shape the future of mental health and wellbeing in Queensland.
  • Utilising your real-life experience, coupled with skills learned through education and training, you will support First Nations people impacted by mental illness, psychological distress and substance use or addiction.
  • A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued.

Matching Summary

This innovative approach represents a transformative shift offering a remarkable opportunity to shape the future of mental health and wellbeing in Queensland.

Salary

SCHADS Level 4 ($44.58 per hour); Salary Packaging + Leave loading; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • First Nations lived experience
  • Culturally respectful approach
  • Participant focused
  • Engage and empower service participants
  • Support First Nations people

Nice-to-have

  • Commitment to reconciliation
  • Lived experience of mental health
  • LGBTIQA+ inclusivity
  • Passion for work

Key Requirements

  • Acknowledged by First Nations community and leadership
  • Demonstrated strong connection with First Nations communities
  • Certificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or tertiary qualification in social science or 1+ year relevant work experience
  • Intentional Peer Support Training
  • 100 points of identification
  • Evidence of right to work in Australia
  • Drivers Licence
  • National Police Check
  • Working with Children Check - Blue Card
  • NDIS Workers Screening Check
  • NDIS Workers Orientation Modules

Work Rights

Evidence of right to work in Australia

Tailored Resume

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