Youth Peer Support Worker

LocationLevel 1, H2O Broadwater, 2 Nind Street,Southport, QLD, 4215,Australia Base Pay$38.66 - $41.45 / Hour Job CategoryClinical Services Employee TypePart-Time Contact NameTiana-Lee Hosking Contact Phone Contact ***************@headspacesouthport.org.au We are looking for a part‑time Youth Peer Worker to join our headspace Early Psychosis (hEP) team in Southport. This non‑clinical role requires a personal lived experience of significant mental health challenges and recovery, but does not require formal qualifications. The position is a 4‑day per week, max‑term role, ending September 2026. In this role, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to support young people aged 12‑25, helping to create a safe, inclusive, and youth‑friendly environment where they feel heard, understood, and empowered. We seek someone who not only knows what it’s like to seek support but who can genuinely relate to the experiences and pressures facing young people today. You must be able to relate to the realities of today’s generation—whether that means having experience navigating school, friendships, identity, mental health, or the ongoing impacts of COVID—and be able to use your own lived experience to build trust, offer hope, and create meaningful connections. Under s25 of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1991, the incumbent must have a personal lived experience of substance dependence and/or mental ill‑health, service use and recovery. The gross hourly rate ranges between $38.66 – $41.45 per hour plus superannuation. We offer benefits such as five extra days paid leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and discounted access to gyms, pools and leisure facilities across the country. What we’re looking for: Personal experience of psychosis or significant mental health challenges and recovery, with insight into what seeking support can look like The ability to relate to the current generation of young people (12–25 years) and the kinds of challenges they face today (e.g., school, friendships, identity, social media, mental health, post‑COVID impacts) A collaborative, open approach—this is a newly developed team and your opportunity to contribute to developing the culture and environment Strong communication and engagement skills—individual and group discussions with a range of young people Ability to appropriately and safely share your lived experience within professional boundaries Understanding of how to safely share your own mental health journey with peers Organised – the ability to plan and manage time and workload Ability to talk to peers and also advocate within a clinical team Knowledge of the importance of self‑care and self‑reflection, and openness to seeking support when needed Good computer skills, use of Microsoft Suite and Client Management Systems A Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work would be highly regarded, but we can also provide internal training opportunities within the headspace Peer Support Work model. Requirements: Australian Driver’s Licence and a Working with Children Check (Blue Card). About our team: The team is supported by an open and collaborative Team Leader who is personable, flexible, and works with an open‑door policy. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young people and mental health, be a team player, and be willing to offer ideas and suggestions. The Centre is located across the road from the Broadwater Parklands, with a mix of paid and unpaid on‑site parking, and surrounded by plenty of shops and cafes. Headspace Southport is run by Lives Lived Well, a progressive, purpose‑driven organisation delivering leading‑edge services aimed at supporting people to live their lives well. We live and work by our values, so it’s important to us that you do too What to do next: Please click “apply” to submit your application – you will be required to complete a few pre‑screening questions online, where you can tell us your story and why you are interested in working with us. If you have any questions about the role or to view the Position Description, please email ***********@liveslivedwell.org.au. Applications close Friday, 2nd January 2026, however we will be conducting interviews throughout the process and may close applications early. Lives Lived Well is an equal employment opportunity employer. We encourage applications from a diverse range of social, cultural and gender backgrounds that reflect our community, including First Nations People. Additional Information Employment StatusMax Term Contract Weekly Hours30 Max Term Contract End Date30 Sep 2026 Drivers Licence RequiredYes Credential RequiredWorking With Children Check #J-18808-Ljbffr