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Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• Mental Health Services, Mile End and Kidman Park 
• Salary OPS-2   $58,709 - $63,154 p.a. (pro rata) + super + salary packaging
• Permanent part-time working 30 hours per week 

About CALHN
At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation. As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare - for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best. Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

About the Role

Bring lived experience to life as a Peer Specialist, supporting recovery in community rehabilitation settings. You’ll build trust, create safe spaces and strengthen wellbeing alongside consumers and teams. Help shape services that value hope, choice and lived expertise.

Duties
• Share lived experience to model recovery and self-belief
• Plan and run peer groups that build wellbeing and self-care
• Support consumers with practical, strengths-based strategies
• Work alongside clinical teams to complement care
• Build peer capacity and encourage peer-led ideas
• Contribute to service planning, review and improvement

About You

You bring lived experience, empathy and purpose to your work. You know what recovery can look like and are ready to use your insight to support others, work alongside clinical teams and help people build hope, skills and connection.

• Lived experience of mental health challenges and recovery
• Experience supporting consumers in group or peer settings
• Understanding of recovery, trauma-informed and strengths-based care
• Ability to share wellbeing strategies with consumers and teams
• Collaborative communicator who values supervision and teamwork

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter
We know that a great career is about more than just the work you do, it’s also about the support you receive. At CALHN, you’ll enjoy:

• Salary packaging – up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals & entertainment + pre-tax super & novated lease options
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements
• Recognition & growth – celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Flexible work options – speak to us about flexibility options for this role to suit your lifestyle
• Paid leave – with leave loading for rest and recharge
• Health & fitness perks – discounted access to Fitness Passport & free flu vaccinations
• Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Program for you & your family

Diversity & Inclusion
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required   924846 RD CCRS Peer Specialist.pdf    924848 RD Elpida House Peer Specialist .pdf
• Note there are separate positions available at either Elpida House (Community Rehabilitation Centre) and Community Clinical Rehabilitation Service (CCRS).
• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday, 15 February 2026

Job Ref:  924846

Go to the SA Health Career Website for how to apply, and Australian and International applicant guidelines for more information

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position