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Peer Practitioner (Internal Applicants Only)
- Utilise your lived/living experience of mental health challenges to support people in achieving recovery goals and independent living
- Internal Opportunity
- Permanent, full-time opportunity | SCHADS 4 role
- Wellness Connect service | Grenfell Location
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
This is an internal opportunity for a compassionate and resilient Peer Practitioner for a permanent, full-time opportunity within the Wellness Connect Service in Grenfell. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will draw on your lived or living experience of mental health and/or alcohol and drug challenges to provide intensive, person-centred, recovery-oriented support. You will empower people to identify their goals and take meaningful steps toward recovery.
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.
- Must hold a valid, unrestricted driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle. Kilometre allowance available for work-related travel.
Interested?
Please review the attached position description for further information.
PD Peer Practitioner (Wellness Connect) - 20250807.pdf
Online applications must be submitted by 11pm Friday 13 February 2026. Please contact the person below if you require more information.
Kathryn Cousins, Senior Service Manager - Community Services SA
Kathryn.Cousins@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.
