Family Carer Peer Worker

The Parkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) provides dedicated mental health care to young people aged 12-25 in Melbourne’s north and west, along with their families, carers, supporters and kin.Operating at sites across Melbourne’s north and west PYMHWS is Victoria’s first standalone public mental health service built exclusively around young people’s needs.This means every decision – from the front desk to the boardroom – centres on what young people need.Working in partnership with Orygen, PYMHWS combines world-leading research, clinical excellence and dedicated governance to deliver seamless, person-centred care. Our singular focus on youth means we’re not just providing mental health care - we’re reimagining how it’s experienced, accessed, and delivered.Building on Orygen’s pioneering legacy, PYMHWS will maintain clinical excellence while Orygen continues as an essential partner providing research and innovation.For more information, visit pymhws.org.au FAMILY PEER SUPPORT WORKER – HOSPITAL IN THE HOMEParkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS)Permanent Ongoing | Part-Time 0.6 EFT | FootscrayUse your own lived experience to provide empathic peer connection and care, advocacy, support and engagement for family/carers accessing the service. Join Victoria’s newest Public Mental Health Service dedicated to youth Permanent Ongoing role | Part-Time 0.6 EFT | Footscray based Salary Packaging | EAP and wellbeing programs | Fitness PassportAbout UsParkville Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (PYMHWS) is Victoria’s newest public mental health service dedicated to the care of young people aged 12 to 25 experiencing complex mental health challenges.PYMHWS is leading a bold and values-driven transformation in youth mental health care across Melbourne’s north and west. We exist to walk alongside young people, their families, carers, supporters and kin delivering care that is accessible, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, evidence-informed, and grounded in lived experience. Our service model is shaped by the voices of young people and their communities, and underpinned by a commitment to safety, equity, and continuous learning.At PYMHWS, we are working with our community and partners to build in a future where all young people can access world-class mental health support, close to home. As we grow, we are looking for passionate, skilled, and visionary professionals to join us in shaping a new era of youth mental health in Victoria.The OpportunityOur service is made up of compassionate, curious, and committed people. The Family Peer Worker will work closely with medical, clinical and lived experience staff, to provide peer-to-peer supports for families who support young people; advocacy; referral and linkages. The role is integrated into clinical teams and is supported by the Senior Family Carer Consultant and a small team of Family Peer Workers.Why Join PYMHWS?Be part of building a legacy for youth mental health in VictoriaWork alongside passionate, visionary leaders in a values-led organisationSalary packaging options, up to $11,600 tax free earnings5 weeks annual leave plus monthly ADO for full time employeesFlexible working arrangements including remote work options where possibleEmployee wellbeing focused, access to EAPFlexible, inclusive, and supportive workplace cultureOpportunities for professional growth and developmentPYMHWS stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.About The RoleThe Family Peer Worker will offer support to families of young people accessing care within the Hospital in The Home program at Parkville Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Service.Drawing on lived experience of supporting their own family member or significant other, the role involves offering empathetic listening, providing peer support and information. This may be face-to-face, by telephone or using video conferencing platforms. The Family Peer Worker will be required to be self-motivated and directed and will demonstrate a sound ability to engage with a range of people.What You'll DoEngage and support families of young people currently working with PYMHWS HITH programSupport First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) family, carers and kin, including collaborating with cultural supports and interpreter servicesWork respectfully with families of young people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and support linkages to LGBTQIA+ support services as required.Support the implementation and evaluation of family/carer groups, collaborating with the Senior Family Carer ConsultantParticipate in committees, service development initiatives, clinical review meetings and other forums to share a family lived experience perspectivePromote and ensure families participation in service planning, participation, research and evaluation to support lived experience voices being heard throughout the serviceAbout YouA passionate and empathic person with lived experience as a family member, carer, kin or supporter, who can draw upon their own lived experience to support families accessing the PYMHWS service.✔️ A minimum of Cert IV or diploma level in health, welfare, community development, and/or adult education (or equivalent experience) is highly desired.✔️ Knowledge of the Intentional Peer Support framework, and familiarity with using the IPS framework.✔️ Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary team.✔️ Passion and interest in the role of the lived experience workforce within youth mental health.Ready to Make a Difference?If you're looking to be part of something truly meaningful—we’d love to hear from you.For a confidential discussion, contact Steve Wiggins, NUM on 0438 938 861Please APPLY NOW. To view the full position description, please visit our careers page - PYMHWS.org.auAll appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.