Youth Residential Recovery Program Worker

4 weeks ago

Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia Wellways Australia Full time
  • Opportunity to join a leading provider of disability and mental health services
  • Full time role located in Warrnambool VIC
  • SCHADS 4B $44.58 p/h + 12% Super+ Salary Packaging up to $15,899 + 17.5% Leave loading

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 opportunity:

As an integral member of the Youth Residential Recovery team, you will draw upon your knowledge and work experience to support young people to develop skills, confidence, and knowledge to improve their well-being and connections within the community.

Under the support and direction of the Team Leader, this role forms part of the Barwon team and works with other key stakeholders in the ongoing development and effective implementation of regional and program plans.

You will also need:
  • Diploma or above in the field of study, Community Services, Youth Work, AoD or a similar related field.
  • Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake some travel
  • Appropriate IT skills
  • Satisfactory Police Records Check
  • Satisfactory Working with Children Check, NDIS Workers Screening check and NDIS Module certificate
  • Right to Work within Australia

Please click here to download a copy of position description

About 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.

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

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Dylan Bermingham | dbermingham@wellways.org

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 Description Summary

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

This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.

Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.

Applications Close

21/08/2025
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