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Peer Worker - Carer Support

Anglicare Central Queensland
Queensland
Full time
3 weeks ago
Anglicare Central Queensland Limited | Rockhampton
Closing date: 15/08/2025

$88,372 p/a + superannuation + salary sacrifice

Full-time - Fixed-term position


About the role:

Join Anglicare Central Queensland a Peer Worker – Carer Support, where your lived experience will help empower and support carers of those facing suicidal crises. You'll lead peer groups, share resources, and connect carers to the help they need.

What will a typical day look like?

  • Facilitate peer support groups, fostering a safe and supportive environment for carers.
  • Provide individual guidance to carers, including oping strategies, safety planning and self care techniques.
  • Assist carers in accessing appropriate services and resources
  • Build and maintain relationships with local organisations to strengthen support networks.
  • Keep accurate and confidential records in line with organisational policies.

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Certificate IV/Diploma in AOD/Mental Health/Peer work or tertiary qualifications in social science
  • Personal experience in providing support to someone during suicidal crisis or following a suicide attempt
  • Understanding of the Queensland Mental Health Act 2016, National Standards for Mental Health Services 2010; National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce 2013; as well as other relevant laws and legislation

Who we are:

Our truly local team of professionals have worked with people in Central Queensland for over 40 years to support them in living their best life. AnglicareCQ is a not-for-profit, purpose-driven organisation – and we give effect to that purpose through our staff. We endeavour to make the most ordinary things extraordinary – simply by doing them with the right people.

AnglicareCQ offers a diverse scope of interdependent and inter-related career paths which enables staff mobility and growth. Careers with AnglicareCQ are from a wide range of disciplines including leadership, community services, child protection, housing, and support services. We serve communities in and around Rockhampton, the Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Biloela, Moura, Blackwater, Emerald, Barcaldine, and Longreach.

What you will bring to the role:

  • A passion and genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of Central Queenslanders.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
  • The ability to identify and embed solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience working within a high-performance framework where you are accountable for KPIs on program delivery and outcomes, within a face-paced solutions focussed environment.
  • Effective time management and organisational skills.
  • A strong communicator, able to quickly build rapport and influence across a diverse range of people.

Other Requirements:

  • Full COVID-19 Vaccination
  • Ability to obtain a Blue Card (working with children check positive notice or exemption)
  • Ability to obtain a Yellow Card (disability services positive notice or exemption notice)

What are the benefits of working for AnglicareCQ?

We have a common purpose throughout our organisation to serve the people of Central Queensland, to help them live their best life. AnglicareCQ offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful employment and be part of a holistic team that supports people in our local communities.

  • We offer attractive salary sacrifice to all part-time and full-time employees.
  • We offer the opportunity to work within an organisation committed to social change.
  • Full time employees have the opportunity to accrue/utilise TOIL in line with office hours to increase flexibility.
  • We have a supportive and pragmatic management team.
  • Professional development and study are encouraged and supported.
  • We offer a professional work environment filled with passionate, diverse and driven people.
  • We provide access to health and wellness programs for all staff.

How to apply

If you're drive by purpose and want your work to directly change lives for the better, please submit your resume and covering letter (no longer than 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description.

Applications should be submitted by 8am, Friday 15 August 2025


Have questions? Call or email our Recruitment and Onboarding Officer - Mikiellie Newman to learn more:

[email protected]

(07) 4837 5393



Attachments:
  • Information Guide for Applicants.pdf
  • PD Peer Support FT.pdf

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