_{19th February, 2026}

Community & Peer Worker - EX MILITARY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY| Ipswich QLD

• $61.18 - $63.76 an hour + Super
• Government Department role, long term contracts
• 22 positions available throughout Australia

 
ACM Healthcare is working on behalf of a Federal Government Department to source multiple Community and Peer Workers NATIONWIDE, we have 22 roles available in all major cities, providing support services to veterans. This is initially a 12 month contract at an equivalent of an APS5 level. 
 
The role of Community and Peer Worker requires someone with lived experience of mental health and Australian Defence Force (ADF) service, as either an ex-ADF member or partner/carer of a current or ex-ADF member (spouse, ex-partner or widow/widower etc).  This may include as a relative/carer of an ex-ADF member who has experienced a mental health journey. The position entails using one's lived experience to respectfully support and educate clients, consumers and stakeholders about strengths-based, recovery oriented practices and community support services.
 
Duties:

• In line with policy and procedures, provide personalised peer support services to current and former ADF members and their families
• Where appropriate, share knowledge gained through one's relevant lived experience and recovery to promote awareness, understanding and service improvement.
• The Community and Peer worker will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to provide direct support to clients. The position will also work with key internal and external stakeholders to influence a recovery approach to service delivery for veterans and serving ADF members and their families, and in doing so foster wellbeing.
• Role model behaviours which promote mental health recovery and wellness for the purpose of client, community, and stakeholder education and engagement.
• Co-facilitate relevant group programs and case reviews meetings.
• Represent the peer workforce to strengthen the organisation's public profile, in order to further enhance responsiveness and reach.
• Work with key internal and external stakeholders to influence a recovery approach to service delivery for veteran, current ADF and their families.
• Undertake and maintain accurate record documentation, reporting and other administration requirements
• Maintain Lived Experience led evidence-based processes, participate in regular supervision, training, case conferencing and case review meetings.

Mandatory Criteria:

• Lived Experience, including personal lived experience of military service or military family life, and of a mental health journey, which may include as a relative/carer of an ex-ADF member who has experienced a mental health journey.
• Working with Children (WWC) and/or Vulnerable People Checks/Clearance must be obtained prior to commencing in the position.
• Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work or equivalent, or a willingness to obtain certification and other relevant training.
• Skills and experience in delivery of Lived Experience Peer support, or experience in mental health sector, mentoring, coaching or supporting individuals.

 
 
CONTACT:
Catherine to discuss this role further or inquire about our other positions available catherine@acmhealthcare.com.au

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