Aboriginal Mental Health Peer Worker | Identified Role | Botany
Core
Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on their mental health recovery journey using lived experience and cultural knowledge.
Role type
Aboriginal Mental Health Peer Worker
Builds
Community-based support services for Indigenous people with mental health challenges
Domain
Mental health + Indigenous community services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Lived experience of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage, Recovery-oriented practice, Trauma-informed care, Person-centred support, Cultural safety, Community engagement facilitation, Service navigation and advocacy
Preferred skills
Certificate IV in Mental Health/Peer Work/Community Services, 12+ months in Community Living Supports (CLS) program
Technologies
Microsoft Office, Electronic reporting systems
Responsibilities
Build culturally safe relationships with participants, Support participants to achieve recovery and wellbeing goals, Facilitate community engagement and social inclusion activities, Assist participants to access services and opportunities, Advocate for self-determination and empowerment, Maintain accurate case notes and documentation