Company Description
For over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
We put people at the heart of everything we do, surrounding them with a network of care and support that empowers individuals to thrive.
Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether Better Care—because when we come together, we create brighter futures for all.
Job Description
- Part-time 0.4 FTE | Max-term until June 2027
- Based in Dandenong on the lands of the Boon Wurrung Peoples
- $38.83–$42.40 per hour + 12% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550
About the Program
headspace Dandenong is passionate about improving youth mental health outcomes and supporting families through inclusive, culturally sensitive care. headspace is an evidence-based early intervention mental health and wellbeing service for young people aged 12 – 25 years.
Your role, your impact
As a Multicultural Family Peer Worker, you’ll use your lived experience to support families and carers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. You’ll help reduce isolation, provide psychoeducation, and deliver community sessions that foster understanding and reduce stigma around youth mental health.
In this role, you will:
- Bridge cultural understanding within the team to strengthen cultural responsiveness
- Reduce barriers to accessing services by helping families navigate health, education and community systems
- Build engagement with families from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Deliver and evaluate community education sessions in collaboration with the engagement team.
- Support families and carers through psychoeducation and skills-based programs.
- Collaborate with clinical and school services teams to ensure holistic, family-inclusive practice.
- Promote hope and optimism by sharing your lived experience in a professional and empowering way.
Who we're looking for
We’re seeking someone with:
- Lived experience caring for someone with mental illness.
- Certificate IV in Mental Health, Peer Work or equivalent.
- Experience with group facilitation and community engagement.
- Understanding of trauma-informed care, cultural diversity, and family violence.
- Strong communication, self-awareness, and organisational skills.
- A current driver’s licence.
What will make you standout
- Completion of or commitment to Intentional Peer Support Core Training.
What’s in it for you
- Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care.
- Competitive salary – Based on your experience, plus above-award conditions and generous leave options.
- Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment.
- Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning.
- Learn from the best – Clinical supervision, debriefing, and exposure to diverse client cases to build your expertise.
- More leave when you need it – 4 weeks annual leave, sick/carer’s leave, family & domestic violence leave, and the option to purchase extra leave.
To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au, go to ‘Work With Us’ > ‘Careers’ > ‘Open Roles’ and search for this position.
Questions? Contact Deirdre Brown (Manager - Headspace Service) at [email protected]
Applications close Sunday 7th September.
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today!
Additional Information
Next Steps in the Hiring Process
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