Peer Recovery Worker - Safe Haven

Ruah aims to promote measures to achieve equality. Section 51 of the Equal opportunity Act applies to this role.

About Ruah

Ruah is a leading values-driven employer in Western Australia’s community services sector. Our staff go boldly, not just supporting people in need, but working to end homelessness, end domestic violence and create opportunities for people struggling with poverty and mental health challenges.

Our professional team of operational and corporate services staff is backed by one of WA’s biggest Peer support workforces. Our staff reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion, where difference is valued, celebrated and embraced.

By choosing to work with us, you are helping transform the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in our community.

About the Role

Ruah is committed to supporting the Western Australia’s Peer workforce. We recognise the unique and invaluable skillset Peer workers bring to clients. Peer Recovery Workers provide an understanding of the experience of living with a mental health challenge and assist people to connect, feel validated, and supported to strive for the recovery outcomes they hope to achieve. Whether it is supporting clients in the hospital waiting room or in the community, we work as one Ruah with an aim to transform people’s lives. We live and breathe our values which is why we are a leader in the Peer space in Western Australia

This is a casual position located at Safe Haven, part of the Mental Health and Wellness department at Ruah. Safe Haven provides a safe space for individuals experiencing emotional / mental health challenges or distress who do not require care from the Emergency Department but are seeking Peer support. The Peer Workers work alongside clinician(s) employed by Royal Perth to triage and welcome individuals to the space, provide peer interventions in one to one and group setting and create pathways for ongoing community based support. The service is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday with hours of work typically ranging between 2pm-8:30pm.

Who are we looking for? 

It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following: 

• Lived experience of recovery from mental health and/or AOD challenges.
• Willingness and ability to work within and contribute to the vision, mission, core values and the three guiding principles of the organisation
• Willingness to identify as a person with lived experience working in a peer support role.
• An understanding of peer work in a community setting.
• Openness to continuous quality improvement and learning in this role.
• A great attitude and commitment to your team, colleagues, clients, and the organisation.
• Ability to engage with individuals within different levels of needs and build and maintain a professional relationship
• Ability to work independently and contribute to the functioning of the team.
• Ability to model positive behaviours, emotional maturity, coping skills and resilience.
• Good interpersonal and effective communication skills.
• Understanding of basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system. 
• Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.

 Required Compliance Documents

• National Police Clearance Certificate
• International Police Clearance Certificate, if required
• Hospital required vaccinations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR), Varicella (Chickenpox), Hepatitis B and Pertussis/Diphtheria/Tetanus). The successful candidate will receive the hospital screening form containing all the details regarding vaccinations.

What do we offer

• Hourly rate commencing at $55.73, inclusive of casual loading.
• Free, independent and confidential access for you and your direct family to EAP.
• An opportunity to work in an important role alongside a passionate team.
• Free Ruah-paid Journey Cover (insurance for when you're getting to and from work).
• Incredibly valuable Salary Packaging (to extend your take home pay) with:
• up to $15,900 core packaging
• an additional $2,650 in meal entertainment packaging
• benefits for salary packaging travel, accommodation, parking fees, education expenses and more!

How to Apply

We’d love to hear from you!

Please click apply, create your LiveHire profile, and submit your current CV along with a cover letter of no more than two pages, helping us understand your fit for this role.

Closing date for applications: COB Friday 20th February 2026. Ruah may extend the application period if required.

For further information, please contact Jen Gardner, Service Lead - Mental Health and Wellness, at jennifer.gardner@ruah.org.au or Annelies Doecke, Peer Lead on annelies,doecke@ruah.org.au.

Ruah has a zero tolerance against child abuse and are committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, and their right to feel safe and be safe across all areas of our organisation.

We are building a workplace where difference is embraced and encouraged - and to do this, we need people on our team who are representative of the clients we work with, who are passionate about change and courageous enough to stand up for what is right.  Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.