Peer Coordinator

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first SCHADS 3.3B ($40.62 per hour + super + salary packaging benefits) 12 month contract - Parental Leave Part Time (30.4hr per week) role based in Emerald Qld About the program The TRISP (Targeted Regional Initiatives for Suicide Prevention) program will deliver a peer led prevention model that is trauma informed, non-clinical and outreach based, aimed at engaging and supporting people in priority populations by building the capacity of those they connect with to reduce the risk of suicide. About the opportunity Suicide Prevention Peer Coordinator main focus is on building connection and support coordination for people in distress, utilising community engagement principles and shared resources, expanding referral pathways and promoting education and training to strengthen community responses to distress and suicidality. Requirements Lived experience of suicidality or suicide bereavement Knowledge of suicide prevention, mental health and other social service sectors or willingness to develop that knowledge Experience with data collection and reporting, including the ethical handling of data Desirable qualifications Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in working in the mental health or community services sector, generally Certificate IV qualification (Health / Mental Health, & / OR Diploma / Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work) NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate Satisfactory National Police Records Check NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children's Check What we will offer you A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment Salary packaging up to $15,899 enabling you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Team Leader - Nicola Griggs at When applying, please ensure you submit a Cover Letter addressing the key criteria along with your CV. Job Description Summary Suicide Prevention Peer Coordinator - 12 month contract, Parental leave cover, Part Time (30.4hr per week) role based in Emerald Qld Contract End Date: 25 / 01 / 2027 Culture We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities. How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites. Please select "Apply" below to complete your application. Applications Close: 12 / 12 / 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr