An exciting opportunity exists for an Advanced Carer Peer Worker Adolescent IPU to provide recovery orientated, person centred, ethical carer peer support to carers, families and significant others who are supporting people accessing mental health services.
This position sits within the Rosella Unit as part of the broader Mental Health and Specialised Services. This purpose-built 6 bed Adolescent Mental Health Unit delivers safe and responsive mental health care that effectively supports and enhances the mental health and wellbeing of young people aged between 13-18 years of age.
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north.
The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.
Key Responsibilities include:
1. Serve as a positive role model to other carers and families and be open to sharing personal lived experience of assisting a person with mental health needs.
2. Con