Peer Recovery Worker

Ruah aims to promote measures to achieve equality. Section 51 of the Equal opportunity Act applies to this role.

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

Ruah is Western Australia’s leader for a Peer workforce. We recognise the unique and invaluable skillset Peers bring to clients and want to expand with your help! Peer Recovery Workers provide an understanding of the experience of living with a mental health challenge and assist people to connect, feel validated, and supported to strive for the recovery outcomes they hope to achieve. We live and breathe our values which is why we are a leader in the Peer space in Western Australia

This is a community based position, supporting individuals to engage in their recovery goals and making links within the community of their choice. This position will be required to work independently in the community offering client centered support within the model of care. This is a rare opportunity to secure a position in the sought after Fremantle location.

Peer workers provide a unique perspective and offer hope to individuals on their recovery journey by showing that recovery is possible. Through shared understanding, Peer workers help people feel supported, connect, grow resilience and enhance wellbeing.

We are seeking a full-time Peer Recovery Worker to join our Stronger Ground Central team! The position will work Monday - Friday. Flexible start and finish times between the hours of between 8am - 5pm.

What do we offer?

• A salary aligned with Level 4 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $85,399.
• 5 weeks annual leave + Annual leave loading of 17.5% (for award-based staff)
• 16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service).
• Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).
• Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:
• up to $15,900 core packaging
• an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
• benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!
• Flexible working hours and office locations (if applicable).
• Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much much more.

Who are we looking for? 

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following: 

• The position requires a Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (minimum 75% completion) or completion of Peer Skillset.
• Experience working as a Peer Worker supporting individuals facing mental health challenges
• Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values and the three guiding principles of the organisation
• Lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or a Cultural peer perspective.
• Willingness to identify as a person with lived experience working in a peer support role.
• An understanding of peer work in a community setting.
• Openness to continuous quality improvement and learning in this role.
• A great attitude and commitment to your team, colleagues, clients, and the organisation.
• Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship
• Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team.
• Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills and resilience.
• Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Understanding of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system. 
• Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.

Required compliance documents:

• Current drivers’ license
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Certificate

How to apply 

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications- COB Friday 13 September 2024 . If the suitable candidate is successful prior to this date, the ad will close early.

For further information about the position please contact:

Sheila Jay

Team Lead - Mental Health & Wellness - Central

0466 222 481

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we  need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right. 

Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation.

Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.