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
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FTE: Part-Time (0.7FTE) max-term contract until 30th June 2027 (possibility of an extension)
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Location: Based at our Ipswich office on the lands of the Yuggera/Yagara People
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Salary: $40.49 - $44.29ph (depending on experience) + 12% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550
About the Program
LEAP (Lived Experience Activity Program) is a peer-led mental health recovery program that supports people with lived experience of severe and complex mental health challenges. Guided by the Intentional Peer Support (IPS) framework, the program provides meaningful group activities, connection, and shared learning to help participants build skills, confidence, community, and wellbeing.
Your Role, Your Impact
As a Peer Support Worker / Group Facilitator, you will use your lived experience of mental health recovery to instill hope and confidence in others. You’ll play a vital role in helping participants live meaningful, self-directed lives, supporting them through group activities, individual planning, and ongoing engagement.
Key responsibilities:
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Use your lived experience to engage participants and build their self-management and peer relationships.
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Facilitate peer-led groups that foster hope, connection, and recovery.
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Collaborate with participants, carers, and providers to co-develop and review Individual Recovery Plans (IRPs).
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Create safe and inclusive environments for group and individual engagement.
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Monitor participant attendance and follow up to support ongoing engagement.
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Support community outreach and awareness initiatives.
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Maintain accurate and confidential records and contribute to program evaluation.
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Respond to crisis situations in line with Each’s risk policy.
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Participate in supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
Who We’re Looking For
This is not an entry-level role. We are seeking an experienced professional with the confidence and capability to support groups of individuals affected by severe and complex mental health challenges. You will bring a strong understanding of recovery and be comfortable navigating complex service systems as well as bringing the below:
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Lived experience of mental illness and personal recovery.
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Experience facilitating groups and supporting individuals and families impacted by mental health.
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Understanding of integrated service models, including collaboration with child protection, clinical mental health, AOD and community services.
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Proficient in MS Office and electronic client record systems.
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Ability to work collaboratively and autonomously.
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Strong written communication and administrative skills.
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Understanding of trauma-informed, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented practice.
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Adaptable, solution-focused, and open to feedback.
Qualifications
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Minimum Certificate IV in Mental Health (or equivalent)
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Intentional Peer Support Core Training (Certificate desirable)
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Current driver’s licence (Probationary or Open)
Additional Information
What we offer
Each is committed to developing our people. At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:
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Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care.
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Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available for you and your family.
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Support your wellbeing with access to Fitness Passport, for discounted access to hundreds of gyms, pools and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family.
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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.
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Employee benefits - Maxxia offer a range of benefits to their salary packaging customers including cashback from over 400 retailers (including supermarkets, cinemas, travel, clothing retailers).
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Professional development & training – Access mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, and discipline-specific learning.
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Endless career opportunities – With over 200 programs across QLD, NSW, ACT, TAS and VIC, there are plenty of pathways to progress.
Next steps
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. Alternatively, for more information please contact Maryanne Barbara (Mental Health Services Manager) at
[email protected]
- Applications sent directly to Maryanne will not be considered. You must apply via the link.
Applications Close: Thursday 30th July 2026
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period – so don’t miss out and apply today!
Our Commitment to Inclusion at Each
At Each, inclusion is at the heart of how we work, connect and care. We’re committed to a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds, people with lived and/or living experience and people of all age and genders. Each is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse, and we are committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Next Steps in the Hiring Process
Learn more about next steps, check out our Hiring Process Guide.
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