In-Demand Peer support worker Jobs in Sydney Nsw

Peer Worker
Mission Australia —Sydney NSW
- $81,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- No degree
12d
Peer Worker (IEA)
Flourish Australia —Bankstown NSW
- $40.49 - $43.42 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Commuter assistance
- Parental leave
Youth Support Worker
LEAP Services —South West Sydney NSW
- From $34.44 an hour
- On call
- Bilingual
- Nursing
- Management
- Opportunities for advancement
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4d
Support Coordinator - Sydney, NSW
Chosen Family —Sydney NSW
- $50 - $70 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
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Student Life Officer
University of Sydney —Camperdown NSW
- $107,312 a year
- Full-time
- Administrative experience
- University
- Organisational skills
9d
Young Carer Case Manager
The Benevolent Society —Hurstville NSW
- $76,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Employee assistance program
Claims Consultant, REST
TAL —Sydney NSW
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Analysis skills
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Case Manager - Carer Gateway
The Benevolent Society —Hurstville NSW
- $76,000 - $95,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
Research Support Assistant - FMH Research Support
University of Sydney —St Leonards NSW
- $83,038 a year
- Full-time
- Databases
- Administrative experience
- University
10d
Mental Health Perinatal Peer Worker, Nurturing Connections, Caregiver child Relationship Program
NSW Health —North Ryde NSW
- $34.08 - $56.76 an hour
- Temporary
4d
Catering & Cleaning Assistant - Bethlehem House - Kogarah
Catholic Healthcare —Kogarah NSW
- $33.20 an hour
- Communication skills
- Kitchen experience
- Health insurance
- Annual leave
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1d
APS 6 Outreach Program Coordinator
Department of Veterans' Affairs —Sydney NSW
- $104,898 - $119,116 a year
- Master's degree
- Communication skills
9d
Case Manager
Gallagher Bassett —Sydney NSW
- Hybrid work
- Case management
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Upskilling Project Officer (Targeted)
University of Sydney —Camperdown NSW
- $107,312 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- University
- Working with children
Community Support Worker
Sunnyfield —Maroubra NSW
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WiSE Specialist Emergency —Sydney NSW
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Clinic
- Presentation skills
- In-person
- Employee discount
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3d
Graduate Program 2026 – Rehabilitation Counsellors - Sydney
KINNECT —Macquarie Park NSW
- Part-time
- Communication skills
Disability Support Leader. Permanent Full Time
Life Without Barriers —Sydney NSW
- $46.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Health insurance
Support Worker
Sunnyfield —Allambie Heights NSW
- 12 hour shift
Support Worker - Casual
Sunnyfield —Allambie Heights NSW

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Peer Worker

Mission Australia -
Sydney NSW

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Job Details

Full-time
$81,000 a year
12 days ago

Benefits

Salary packaging

Qualifications

Certificate IV
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Driver Licence
Computer skills
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Permanent Full Time| 38 hours/week
Location: Botany, NSW
Salary: $81K + Super + Salary Packaging
Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all.

Your opportunity

At Mission Australia, we believe lived experience is a powerful source of hope, connection and change. As a Peer Worker, you will use your personal journey of overcoming adversity to inspire, support and empower people facing similar challenges. Through authentic relationships, coaching and group facilitation, you will help individuals build confidence, strengthen their wellbeing and work towards achieving their personal goals.

As a Peer Worker, you will work alongside clients to provide recovery-oriented, person-centred support that promotes independence, resilience and social inclusion. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the planning and delivery of peer-led groups, outreach activities and service improvement initiatives, ensuring the voices and experiences of clients remain at the centre of everything we do.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

Provide one-on-one coaching and facilitate peer support groups using recovery-oriented and lived expertise practices
Support clients to identify their strengths, develop practical life skills, and strengthen connections with their communities
Use your lived experience to inspire hope, promote recovery, and support clients in achieving their personal goals.
Build trusting, respectful relationships with clients while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
Collaborate with colleagues to plan, deliver and continuously improve peer-led programs and activities
Deliver outreach support to clients in community settings as required
Advocate for client voice and contribute to creating inclusive, person-centred services
Maintain accurate client records, case notes and program documentation in line with organisational and accreditation requirements
Contribute to a positive team culture by participating in meetings, training, service improvement initiatives and reflective practice
Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal teams, community organisations and external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for clients

Requirements for success

A relevant qualification in community services, social services or a related discipline, or equivalent experience along with Cert IV in Mental Health Peer Worker (willing to obtain)
Lived experience of mental health challenges, disability, homelessness, addiction or substance use, and a willingness to use this experience safely and purposefully within a lived expertise framework
Experience working in mental health, community services or a related field
An understanding of recovery-oriented practice, the consumer movement and person-centred support
Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage people from diverse backgrounds
Sound administration and computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office and client management systems
The ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment while managing competing priorities
Driver’s Licence and Valid WWCC

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks.

Your benefits

Rewarding Work- every day you know you’re making a real difference
Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax
Free external, confidential counselling
Volunteering opportunities
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off

Our Culture

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email [email protected]

We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at [email protected]

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peer support worker jobs in sydney nsw

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Youth Support Worker

Support Coordinator - Sydney, NSW

Student Life Officer

Young Carer Case Manager

Claims Consultant, REST

Case Manager - Carer Gateway

Research Support Assistant - FMH Research Support

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Catering & Cleaning Assistant - Bethlehem House - Kogarah

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Case Manager

Upskilling Project Officer (Targeted)

Community Support Worker

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