Recovery Worker

7 months ago

St Albans, Australia Wellways Full time

**_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 Program**

This is a rare opportunity you will want to be part of. **Women's Prevention and Recovery Care** (Yanna Yanna PARC) is a sub-acute, mental health short-stay **residential **service in collaboration with Western Health Mental Health & Wellbeing Services. This is the second women and gender diverse PARC unit and the first in Victoria that will also accommodate a small number of women and their children.

**About the Opportunity**

The **Recovery Workers (Mental Health 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 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.

This **womens and gender diverse **PARC provides an essential service within the continuum of care that will empower and provide opportunity to women to seek mental health care and treatment that they may not receive otherwise.

**Employee benefits**
- 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
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

**What do you need?**
- Certificate IV/Diploma/ in **Mental Health**, AOD or related field **or **tertiary qualifications in social science or related discipline (current studies also considered)
- Demonstrated experience in the field of **mental health** and/or** disability**:

- An understanding of the **biopsychosocial model** of **mental health** and** social inclusion** principles
- Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel (Desirable)
- Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check-employment and working rights within Australia
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate - free online course

**What we offer**
- ** Purpose-Driven Culture**: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference. We hold respect for every individual close to our hearts, and we cherish the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
- ** Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment**: We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that our team members bring, and we actively promote an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging.
- ** Salary Packaging**: Enhance your financial well-being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in. This means more financial flexibility for you to allocate funds toward things like rent, mortgage payments, or car leasing.
- **Meal and Entertainment Allowance**: Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance, available through salary packaging. You can enjoy up to $2,650 per annum to savor delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, all while saving on taxes.
- **Employee Assistance Program**: We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well-being is important to us. As part of our commitment to your holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program. It's a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life's ups and downs with confidence and resilience.

Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.

**Why us?**

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