Peer Support – Trauma, Mental Health and Forensic/Justice Experience My People Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

My People Solutions Recruitment on behalf of a Registered NDIS Provider are seeking a Peer Support Worker who has experience of working with Adults with Trauma, Mental Health, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety & Depression who are, or have been, in the Criminal Justice System and who are seeking peer supports for capacity building skills development.

Important: 

You must have the professional & personal skills and experience of providing peer support and building individual’s capacity in a Criminal Justice environment and all NDIS related documents (including a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check) to apply.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Experience of working in a similar role in the Criminal Justice System and working with clients with Trauma, Mental Health, Autism, ADHD, Depression & Anxiety.
  • Understand the requirements of persons with psychosocial & mental health disabilities and have an awareness of the issues of care provision in a forensic environment.
  • Current NDIS Worker Screening Check & NDIS Induction & Orientation Modules, a current Police Check, Working with Children Check, Vaccinations (including COVID), CPR & First Aid & the right to work in Australia.
  • Driving Licence and access to a reliable car are essential.
  • Cert III Individual Supports, Cert IV Disability and / or Mental Health Care Qualification, Allied Health Assistant, Welfare or equivalent or willing to work towards such a qualification will be highly regarded.
  • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary care team across different community sectors.
  • Integrity, honesty & reliability are critical for this role as is the ability to be able to quickly engage and establish a connection with a diverse group of clients.

Benefits

Good rates of pay (casual with penalties) and weekly payroll.

Induction and ongoing support, training and development opportunities, with regular supervision provided.

Supported 24/7 you are never on your own – duty manager always on call.

If you have the right level of skills & experience, then the My People Solutions Team would love to hear from you.

Give us a call on 1300 820 860 or Apply Now!

JOB SUMMARY

Organisation

My People Solutions

Job Salary

Casual/Vacation