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

We are recruiting for Peer Workers to provide support to clients who are engaging with the Family Services and Mental Health and Wellness departments. The Peer Worker will be the first point of contact for clients and will provide clients with the support they need to make informed choices. These positions are based in the Midwest region, located in our sites in Geraldton.

This is a full-time position, working 76 hours per fortnight, on a maximum term with a maximum date of 31 December 2027. The hours of work are between 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.

What we’re looking for

The successful applicants will be required to meet the following criteria:

Willingness to identify as a person with Lived (Mental Health or Family & Domestic Violence) Experience working in a peer support role.
Demonstrated professional understanding of how Lived Experience informs work as a Peer.
Experience working in a similar or community work setting.
Open attitude to continuous quality improvement.
Strong understanding of Trauma Informed Practice principles and ability to implement this in day to day practice with colleagues and clients.
Ability to work independently with a high level of reliability and contribute to the functioning of the team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proven interpersonal and de-escalation skills.
Ability to model personal wellbeing, safe professional boundaries and positive unconditional regard for clients.
Understanding of computer skills including Microsoft Office and client reporting system.
Knowledge and understanding of diversity, gender and social inclusion, particularly Aboriginal culture.

What do we offer?

A salary aligned with Level 2 of the Ruah Enterprise Agreement (and the SCHADS Award), starting at $68,549.
5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% annual leave loading.
16 weeks paid parental leave, with flexibility to take at 32 weeks half-pay (uniquely, new staff can access 4 weeks paid parental leave after just 6 months’ service).
Free, independent and confidential access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.
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!
Opportunities to be active in the Ruah Community such as participating in a wide range of working groups, joining us at Pride events, being a part of a range of cultural events to promote and support reconciliation and much, much more!

Required compliance documents:

Current drivers’ license
National Police Clearance Certificate
International Police Clearance Certificate, if applicable
WA Working with Children Check
First Aid Certificate

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 29 May 2026.

The Job advertisement may be closed earlier than the date mentioned above.

For further information please contact Alicia Roche, Service Lead, at alicia.roche@ruah.org.au or 0422 386 565.

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.

We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All applicants will undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Peer Worker - Geraldton