Wellways to Recovery Program Worker

Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.

Wellways to Recovery program which is a community-based support program for individuals with mental health challenges. The program works with individuals and their families to identify personal recovery goals and assists them to develop the knowledge, skills, and strategies to improve their health and wellbeing. We also provide information, education, advice and support to family members, friends, and the wider social and support networks of people.

Our team of supportive and enthusiastic members is currently on the look for a dedicated Program Worker who will assist in improving the lives of community members.

As part of the Recovery team, you will form part of a joint effort to assist people who are experiencing severe or persistent mental health issues to progress on their recovery journey by working towards goals that increase their inclusion in the community. You will work towards the engagement of community members through developing professional and trusting relationships with them and relevant stakeholders.

If this sounds like a suit for you, please review the required compliance below and apply.

• Tertiary Qualifications in a social science or related discipline

•  Prior experience working within the Mental Health industry or community-based organisation

• Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role

• Current Working with Children Check

• NDIS Workers Screening Check

• Right to Work within Australia

• Satisfactory National Police Records Check

• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding. All of our teams work to ensure everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels. We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.