Work with CoMHWA
CoMHWA is a 100% Peer-led and staffed organisation.
Senior Policy and Research Officer – Special Projects, Older Adult Mental Health
The Senior Policy and Research Officer – Special Projects reports to the Advocacy Manager, leading the creation of a consumer-led Philosophy of Care for Older Adult Mental Health.
This short-term, project-focused position works collaboratively across the organisation, and closely with other key stakeholders and sector colleagues.
As a writer and researcher, you will develop an evidence-based Philosophy of Care for Older Adult Mental Health to create systemic change in the way that older adults with mental health challenges are treated. You will create and lead a co-design project with a group of older adult mental health consumers, supplemented by literature reviews, focus groups, live issues tracking and ongoing sector engagement.
It is a genuine occupational qualification of this position to have a lived experience of mental health issues and recovery in accordance with section 66(s)(c) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
Location: CoMHWA, 12/275 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale.
Work Type: Contract, .6 FTE, Fixed Term till 30th June 2026.
Applicants should write a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, addressing the Essential Criteria and submit with their resume via Ethical Jobs – Apply Now button.
Applications close 19th January 2026.
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Peer Navigator (Peer Pathways)
As a peer navigator you will support people with mental health issues to navigate options available to support their mental health and wellbeing needs. This includes supporting people to understand and navigate the mental health system, and connecting people with relevant services, programs, providers, groups or activities.
You will be working in fast-paced office environment. A large part of the role is taking calls from consumers and their family, loved ones, carers, and support professionals, and engaging in active listening, empathetic communication, and supported decision-making processes to explore needs, experiences and preferences for support.
It is a genuine occupational qualification of this position to have a lived experience of mental health issues and recovery in accordance with section 66(s)(c) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
Location: CoMHWA, 12/275 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale.
Work type: Full time and part time options will be considered. Applicants should state their preference in their response. Fixed term to 30th June 2026, with possible extension depending on funding.
Applicants should write a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, addressing the Essential Criteria and submit with their resume via Ethical Jobs – Apply Now button.
Applications close 11th January 2026
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My Voice, My Rights, My Way – Facilitator
My Voice, My Rights, My Way (My Voice) Facilitators will be responsible for the delivery of the My Voice program.
My Voice delivers Peer-Led workshops in the community that teach self-advocacy skills to build knowledge to navigate and understand the mental health system. These workshops and resources, co-designed with people with a lived experience of mental health issues, address the key barriers to self-advocacy, support personal growth, improve self-efficacy and promote social inclusion.
In this busy environment, you will be supported by an organisation made up of various subject-matter experts, including systemic advocacy, system navigation, independent advocacy and sector representation and leadership. Your work will be informed by on-going consumer and sector engagement, co-design, focus groups, needs analysis, strategic and annual planning.
It is a genuine occupational qualification of this position to have a lived experience of mental health issues and recovery in accordance with section 66(s)(c) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984
Location: CoMHWA, 12/275 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale.
Work type: Part time, .6FTE – .8FTE. Fixed term to June 2027
Applicants should write a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, addressing the Essential Criteria and submit with their resume via Ethical Jobs – Apply Now button.
Applications Close 11th January 2026.
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Education & Training Officer
The Education & Training Officer, reporting to the Manager – Education and Training, develops, implements and delivers education and training initiatives that build the capacity of people with lived experience of mental health issues to be self-determined, self-empowered and respected. The role works collaboratively across CoMHWA to create new peer workforce pathways through training and capacity-building for peer workers and employers.
The Education & Training Officer also delivers training programs that build the capability of community organisations, local governments and services across Western Australia to understand and effectively work alongside people with lived experience of mental health issues. This is achieved through tailored workshops, training, support and resources that reflect best-practice adult learning and are delivered in a psychologically safe, trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally appropriate manner.
Mental health is a fast-moving sector, and this role will come with great variety and may see you lend a helping hand on projects and events throughout the year in addition to regular duties.
It is a genuine occupational qualification of this position to have a lived experience of mental health issues and recovery in accordance with section 66(s)(c) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984.
Location: CoMHWA, 12/275 Belmont Ave, Cloverdale.
Work type: Part time and Full time options available .6FTE – 1.0 FTE. Fixed term to June 2026
Applicants should write a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, addressing the Essential Criteria and submit with their resume via Ethical Jobs – Apply Now button.
Applications Close 18th January 2026.
