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• Work in a recovery-oriented program offering support for people experiencing mental health challenges
• Casual opportunities within a 24/7 service, including sleepover (overnight) shifts
• Access development and training opportunities within a values driven organisation

About the opportunity

This is a rewarding opportunity to support participants engaged in the service and build professional, trusting relationships and empower them along their journey towards recovery.

As our new Recovery Worker, your role will see you working alongside participants and supporting them to achieve their own identified goals. Additionally, you will facilitate group sessions and work alongside your team members to support day-to-day operations of the Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) service environment.

This role is ideal for someone who is able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, including clinical staff and alongside team members who have lived and living experience of mental health challenges. Most importantly, you share our vision of delivering exceptional service and achieving the best possible outcomes for participants.

Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.

We’re looking for someone who can work flexibly across our 24/7 roster, including sleepover shifts. Sleepover shifts include active support until midnight, an overnight sleepover component, and active morning support and handover. Penalty rates apply for relevant shifts completed.

What do you need?

• Completion of studies in Mental Health, AOD, Community Services or related field (min Cert 4 or above) or qualifications in a social science (social work, occupational therapy, nursing or psychology)
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel
• Evidence of the right to work in Australia
• Evidence of, or a willingness to obtain a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check - Employee, NDIS Worker Screening Check and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Experience in the field of mental health, community services or disability (highly desirable)

About the program

PARCs are located in a community setting and provide an option for people who are becoming unwell, or who are in the early stages of recovery from an acute illness and need a short period of additional support to strengthen their gains from spending time in an inpatient setting and to consolidate their community transition and recovery treatment plans. The recovery model is the centre of all that we do.

What we offer

• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
• Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
• Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

Why Us?
Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!

Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Steven Cabral, Program Manager at scabral@wellways.org.

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.

Job Description Summary

Work in a recovery-oriented program offering short-term residential support for people experiencing mental health challenges.

Culture

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.

How to Apply

Applications Close

28/06/2026