Peer Rehabilitation and Recovery Worker
1 week ago
Join to apply for the Peer Rehabilitation and Recovery Worker role at Wellways Australia.
About This ProgramThe Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) and Enhanced Adult Community Living Supports (CLS) are NSW government-funded programs that provide specialist psychosocial support for individuals aged 16 and older with serious mental illness. These programs, delivered by Wellways, focus on empowering participants to live independently within their communities.
The programs offer flexible, person-centred support that helps individuals develop skills for daily living, access healthcare, maintain housing, and participate in social and community activities. Support includes assistance with self-care, budgeting, cooking, medication management, education, employment, and building relationships. HASI and CLS work closely with Local Health Districts and other community services to provide coordinated care, helping participants live fulfilling, independent lives.
About The OpportunityThe Peer Rehabilitation and Recovery Worker role in the HASI and CLS programs offers a unique chance to use your lived experience of mental ill-health and recovery to support individuals facing similar challenges. You will help participants develop life skills, regain independence, and integrate into their communities by acting as a role model of hope and recovery.
You will provide practical support in areas like self-care, budgeting, and accessing health services, while also assisting participants with housing and building social connections. You'll work closely with families, carers, and other professionals to ensure coordinated, holistic support.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about mental health, offering flexibility, travel, and the chance to make a real difference in people\'s lives.
What You Will Need- Lived experience of mental health challenges and recovery, either as a person with mental health issues or in a caring role
- A contemporary understanding of mental health issues and recovery‑oriented mental health practice
- Completion of the Certificate 4 in Mental Health, Certificate 4 in Mental Health Peer Work or Certificate 4 in Community Services, or equivalent practical experience working in a lived experience role
- Rights to work in Australia and a current and valid Driver's License
- National Police Records Check (less than 12 months old)
- NDIS Workers Screening Check and Working with Children Check
- NDIS Modules – "Quality Safety and You" – online course
- 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 allows you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed 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 with annual leave
- Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Louise Carroll at lbenson@wellways.org.
To view the full Position Description and submit your application with Resume and Cover Letter, click APPLY.
Wellways 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
Job Details- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Other
- Industries: Mental Health Care
Application closes: 23/09/2025
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