Recovery 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. About the opportunityThis is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference within the community!Recovery Workers are integral to the PARC program as they work closely with participants in their recovery journey whilst at PARC, both individually and with their clinical care teams, and in leading a range of groups and activities onsite. Our Recovery Workers also provide key operational support and help create new innovations and improvements for the ongoing quality of the program.PARCS operate 24/7 on a rotating roster and penalty rates apply for afternoon, evening and weekend hours. About the programPARC programs are collaborative services between Wellways and Melbourne Health through its division North Western Mental Health service (NWMH). It is a step up, step down short stay residence that provides clinical and psychosocial support to participants, to prevent the need for hospitalisation or after an inpatient stay to support ongoing recovery. Our multidisciplinary recovery teams are creative, motivated and focused on ensuring positive experiences for participants and their loved ones. All our recovery services value cultural diversity, support and create opportunities for recovery, value peer participation and leadership and are underpinned by evidence-based best practice.Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role. What we offerA purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valuedAn equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environmentSalary 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 leasingMeal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annumAccess for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program 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)Experience in the field of mental health, community services or disability (highly desirable)Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travelEvidence of the right to work in AustraliaEvidence of, or a willingness to obtain a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check - Employee and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate 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 the role, please contact Taryn Lee-Steere at We encourage early applications as successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing dateWellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways