Lived Experience- Family Peer Worker
- Applications close at 11:59 PM on Sunday, 25 January 2026
- New lived/living experience role
- 5 Weeks annual leave
- Fixed-Term contract until 30 June 2026
- Part-Time (45.6 hours per fortnight)
- Remuneration SCHCADS level 4, dependent on qualifications and experience + superannuation
- Up to $15,900 for living expenses + up to $2,600 towards meals and entertainment can be tax-free through NFP Salary Packaging
About the position
The purpose of the Peer Worker function will be to support families and caregivers of young people to lead their own unique relational recovery process and navigate the complex systems of care. The Family Peer Worker is responsible for providing support, guidance, and advocacy for families and caregivers of young people aged 12-25 engaged in the BounceBack program, utilising expertise developed through lived experience.
The BounceBack Peer Worker role is undertaken by a suitably qualified person with lived/living experience as a parent or caregiver of a young person with mental health challenges, who have accessed mental health or other related services specifically to support their mental wellbeing. Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, the Family Peer Worker will inspire hope and encouragement in the recovery journey for Families and Carersof young people accessing YSAS BounceBack services.
You will need
1. A lived experience of being a Family member or Carer of young people with mental health challenges, who have accessed mental health or other related services specifically to support their mental wellbeing and has the ability to reflect on this with others in supportive communication.
2. Demonstrated understanding of Youth and Family work ethics and practice approaches
3. Able to advocate effectively for Families and Carers of young people, based on their choices
4. Strong skills in developing and maintaining relationships with participants, staff and other key stakeholders
5. Demonstrated understanding of the biopsychosocial model of mental health
6. Demonstrated ability to facilitate the active involvement of Families and Carers in the development, planning, delivery and evaluation of services
For full details of the position, please view the POSITION DESCRIPTION below.
What our young people request from our workers:
Young people across YSAS have spoken out and given feedback about the qualities that best describe a good YSAS worker:
“A good worker takes the time to understand your interests and doesn’t treat everyone the same.” “Young people believe that a good YSAS worker is empathetic and good at actively listening in a non-judgmental way, is relatable, down-to-earth and able to build trust and rapport in a consistent manner”. “It takes time to trust someone, but it’s worth it when you know they’ve got your back”. Young people have also raised that genuine human connection is an important quality, “being authentically human”, while having a holistic, flexible, and adaptable approach that considers the entire context of a young person’s life and their intersectionalities. “It’s about making sure workers don’t just tick boxes but genuinely want to see us thrive”
Regardless of where they are based or what position a worker has, everything we do at YSAS is about young people and their families.
Why work with us?
- YSAS has a true commitment to flexible working, ensuring that individual, team and client needs are met
- YSAS offers additional leave entitlements such as gender affirmation, ceremonial leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, fertility leave, blood donors leave, a generous Parental Leave Scheme and the ability to purchase additional leave.
- Access to learning and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Please Note:
- As part of our Employment screening process you will be required to undertake a National Criminal History check and have a current Working with Children Check.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
Further Enquiries
For a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Elizabeth Taylor, Clinical Team Leader, on 0458645203 regarding the Family Peer Worker position, Recruitment Ref. Number, 120_2025.
- YSAS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
- YSAS has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the provision of a child-safe organisation.
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