CCLHD - Suicide Prevention Peer Worker
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time and Casual positions
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate and Health Education Officer Non Graduate
Remuneration: $31.51 - $57.58 per hour
Hours Per Week: 16
Location: Central Coast Local Health District
Requisition ID: REQ593875
Applications Close: Wednesday 10 September at 11:59 pm 2025
At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care, better health for everyone.
Are you passionate about using your lived experience to support others?
At Central Coast Local Health District, we believe no one should face a suicidal crisis alone. That is why we’ve created a safe, welcoming space built on connection, kindness, and hope. We are looking for a Peer Worker with lived experience and a genuine desire to support others through tough times. If you’re ready to use your journey to make a real difference, this could be the role for you. We offer a supportive, compassionate team that’s changing lives together
About the Role
In this role, you will:
Draw on your lived experience of suicide crisis or mental health challenges, together with the strength gained through your recovery journey, to provide non judgmental, recovery oriented support to people in distress.
Provide calm, compassionate support in times of crisis, helping people feel safe, respected, and supported while navigating moments of distress or uncertainty.
Collaborate within a compassionate, award winning team that is dynamic, supportive, and deeply values kindness, empathy, and peer-led perspectives.
Continue to learn and grow through regular peer-specific supervision, ongoing training, and professional development, while contributing to Safe Haven’s strong reputation as a trusted place of safety and hope in the community.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
You have personal, lived experience of a suicidal crisis or significant mental health challenge, and have developed insight, resilience, and a strong sense of purpose through your recovery.
You're passionate about using your lived experience to support others, offering genuine hope, empathy, and connection to people in distress.
You believe in the power of peer work and understand the value of meeting people where they are, with compassion, dignity, and respect.
You hold the Intentional Peer Support (IPS) and Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work (Consumer), or you’re committed to completing these qualifications within 18 months of starting the role.
You are a strong team player who thrives in collaborative, peer-led environments that prioritise kindness, safety, and inclusion.
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact
Niki Wardrope
Email: Niki.Wardrope@health.nsw.gov.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive (PD2024_015). This includes:
Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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