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Peer Practitioner (Internal Applicants Only)
- Utilise your lived/living experience of mental health challenges to support people in achieving recovery and wellness goals
- Fixed-term, part-time (30.4 hours per week) until April 2027 | Parental Leave cover
- Internal Opportunity | IRSP Mackay
Mind strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with a lived and living experience of mental ill health and recovery, and applicants from all cultures, genders, sexualities, bodies, abilities, spiritualities, ages and backgrounds.
About the role
We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Peer Practitioner to join the Individual Recovery Support Program (IRSP) in Mackay on a part-time, fixed-term secondment until April 2027. This is a parental leave cover opportunity.
In this role, you will draw on your lived or living experience of mental health and/or alcohol and drug challenges to provide outreach, person-centred, recovery-focused support. You will work alongside people to build daily living skills, strengthen social connections, and help them achieve their recovery and wellness goals.
As the position requires travel, a fleet car is provided.
Key responsibilities
- Use your lived/living experience of mental ill health and recovery to build connection, offer hope, and support others on their recovery journey.
- Deliver high-quality services to respond to the unique needs of people, offering a flexible and person-centred approach.
- Provide resources and support to help people foster positive relationships with those important to them.
- Participate in regular training, peer co-reflection, and professional development to strengthen your practice.
- Support people to navigate services and connect with community supports that help them build confidence, independence, and meaningful participation in daily life.
- Actively contribute to co-design and service improvement, championing the voice and leadership of people with lived experience.
What you’ll bring
- Completion of Intentional Peer Support Core and/ or Advanced Training, or Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work, is desirable but not required.
- Tertiary qualifications (minimum Certificate IV) are required in Mental Health, Peer Work, Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) or other health related field as designated by Mind.
- Previous experience in using lived experience and Expertise in a dedicated Peer role strongly desirable
Interested?
Please review the attached position description for further information.
PD Peer Practitioner (IRSP)- 20250806.pdf
Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Wednesday, 11 March 2026. Please contact the person below if you require more information.
For more information, please contact:
Angela McDowall, Service Manager - IRSP/GBRSP Mackay, Individual Recovery Support Program
Angela.Mcdowall@mindaustralia.org.au
Mind is committed to a barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to complete your application, please email hr@mindaustralia.org.au
Please note this opportunity is open to Mind Australia employees only and should not be shared externally.
The successful applicant is required to complete comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment, including a Working with Children Check, and NDIS Workers Screening Check
