Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Senior Health Education Officer Grad/ Non Grad
Remuneration: $51.04 - $59.89 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Orange NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 23
Applications Close: 17 June 2026 – 11:59pm
Senior Peer Worker – Pathways to Community Living Initiative
Orange Health Service
About the role
The Pathways to Community Living Initiative is seeking a Senior Peer Worker to support people transitioning through rehabilitation to community living. This role is part of a multidisciplinary unit treating team, PCLI and the Peer Work team.
Within the role you will provide guidance, advocacy and hope to consumers as they navigate complex mental health challenges, while contributing to the planning, development and implementation of the PCLI model of care.
As a senior member of the Peer Workforce, you will provide leadership, mentoring and supervision to peer colleagues across the Local Health District, helping to strengthen best practice and ensure high‑quality service delivery. The position also plays an active role in service development, research, health promotion and system advocacy, contributing to ongoing quality improvement and evaluation activities.
You will have opportunities to connect with Peer Workers across the state, participate in funded professional development and engage in regular networking. A commitment to maintaining your own wellbeing and reflective practice is essential, ensuring you can continue to support others effectively while working within this innovative and recovery‑oriented program.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
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Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
Upload your current resume
Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Heather Fairfax on 02 6369 7634 or at [email protected] for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
