Job Description
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Carer Peer Coordinator (Identified Lived Experience - Mental Health) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide high level advice and consultation to Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) teams, to respond to the needs of young people, their parents, extended families and Kin
Act as a positive role model to consumers, families, Kin, unpaid carers and natural supports, and staff
Engage in positive collaboration with CYMHS partner agencies on lived-living experience (peer-carer peer) mental health support activities, including strategies to meet community expectations and operational priorities
Contribute to the leadership, support, supervision, and direction of CYMHS Family Carer Peer Workers and Advanced Family Carer Peer Workers
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer and/or Carer Peer Work is a requirement of this position
Certificate IV in Mental Health and similar qualifications or higher and other relevant educational qualifications such as a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or higher would be well regarded
Blue card/ Working with Children Check (GCH will cover cost)
Driver Licence
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $107 065 - $116 335 per annum
About Us
Gold Coast Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) are progressive mental health specialist services, providing mental health services to children, adolescents and young adults from birth to 25 years old. We offer comprehensive, trauma informed, systemically integrated care for young people and their families. CYMHS services are diverse, spanning multiple tiers within the mental health system. Our specialist teams include acute inpatient treatment services, acute assessment and management, intensive case management, consultation liaison, short term intervention/restorative services as well as primary care early intervention and collaborative partnerships.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment.
Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC679164
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
An opportunity has become available for a Senior Carer Peer Coordinator (Identified Lived Experience - Mental Health) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide high level advice and consultation to Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) teams, to respond to the needs of young people, their parents, extended families and Kin
Act as a positive role model to consumers, families, Kin, unpaid carers and natural supports, and staff
Engage in positive collaboration with CYMHS partner agencies on lived-living experience (peer-carer peer) mental health support activities, including strategies to meet community expectations and operational priorities
Contribute to the leadership, support, supervision, and direction of CYMHS Family Carer Peer Workers and Advanced Family Carer Peer Workers
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer and/or Carer Peer Work is a requirement of this position
Certificate IV in Mental Health and similar qualifications or higher and other relevant educational qualifications such as a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or higher would be well regarded
Blue card/ Working with Children Check (GCH will cover cost)
Driver Licence
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent full time
Base salary ranging from $107 065 - $116 335 per annum
About Us
Gold Coast Child and Youth Mental Health Services (CYMHS) are progressive mental health specialist services, providing mental health services to children, adolescents and young adults from birth to 25 years old. We offer comprehensive, trauma informed, systemically integrated care for young people and their families. CYMHS services are diverse, spanning multiple tiers within the mental health system. Our specialist teams include acute inpatient treatment services, acute assessment and management, intensive case management, consultation liaison, short term intervention/restorative services as well as primary care early intervention and collaborative partnerships.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 15 April 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment.
Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC679164
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Carer Peer Coordinator (Identified Lived Experience) position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Logan City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
