Peer Support Specialist - Acute Mental Health
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Takapuna, Auckland
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Peer Support Specialist (PSS)

Health New Zealand– Waitemata
Adult Mental Health Services
Permanent – 32 hours per week
Monday to Friday, hours are between 8am to 4:30pm

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to bring your Lived Experience of Mental distress to make a real difference for Peers.

- Are you passionate about supporting individuals on their journey towards mental health well-being and recovery?

- Do you have personal experience in navigating mental health challenges and have a strong desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others?

- Do you have at least 2 years experience working as a PSS?

We have an exciting opportunity for Peer Support Specialists to join our new service located in Waitemata, Auckland.

Ko ta matou mahi | What we offer

Working for a regional service in the country’s largest healthcare district provides opportunity for professional development, growth and career progression. As well as regular supervision, support and access to training opportunities with a salary scale that recognises your previous work experience.

Our Values

At Health New Zealand Waitemata we are driven by our values “everyone matters,” “with compassion,” “connected” and “better, best, brilliant.” We are committed to living up to these values to give you the right balance of autonomy, support, development, encouragement and aroha.

He korero mou | About you

You'll bring your own knowledge and experience of mental health challenges to the role. Use the Cover Letter to describe your journey, focusing on your pathway to recovery and what you currently do to enhance your recovery lifestyle!

He korero mo te turanga | The role

Our Peer Support Specialists will work alongside our clinical staff to provide individualised and invaluable support to clients because together, clinical and peer roles can achieve great things!

Ngā pūkenga me ngā weako - Skills and experience

You must have your own personal lived experience of mental health challenges, gained recovery and be willing to share this experience in your work.
Resilience, having worked through life’s challenges, and continuing to use the skills and supports you have gained in recovery.
Understands and practices resilience and wellbeing strategies personally and at work
Trained in Intentional Peer Support or be willing to do this training
Knowledge of issues for tāngata whai i te ora (person who is seeking wellness) impacted by mental health challenges and distress
Understands and is committed to the principles of recovery
Clear verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Can confidently use Microsoft suite applications
A current clean NZ driver’s licence
Cultural competence with a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Ability to be a positive role model to others with a good sense of humour and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
You work within an ethical framework with strong boundaries.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai - Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our lives, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in this advert, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

For a copy of the position description, please click here.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply.

Please include an introduction about yourself and what you have learned from your personal experience of living with mental distress and your journey to well-being. What value has it added to your life? Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications without a Cover Letter.

If you are committed to supporting people in their recovery and have the above skills and experience and wish to apply for this position send your CV and cover letter telling us about yourself?

You can contact Jackie Kenyon, if you have any queries about the role via [email protected] OR Abigail Sana Matic, for online applications query via email

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