Mental Health Recovery Support Specialist

1 month ago


Geelong West, Victoria, Australia Wellways Australia Limited Full time

Wellways Australia Limited is a leading provider of disability and mental health services.

About the Opportunity

This fixed-term part-time position, located in Geelong West until 31st December 2025, offers an exciting opportunity to join our Youth Residential Recovery (YRR) team. The YRR program provides voluntary residential recovery-based support to young people aged 16-25 years experiencing mental health challenges.

As a key member of our team, you will draw upon your knowledge and work experience to support young people in developing skills and confidence to improve their well-being and connections within the community.

You will utilise outcome measures to work collaboratively with participants to identify goals and plans for the future, as well as delivering program activities developed to support wellbeing and build capacity.

The role requires flexibility and creativity in working with young people, and the ability to provide an understanding and flexible approach.

About Us

We connect people, strengthen families, and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing.

Our organisation operates nationally, providing mental health, disability, and community care services that reach more than 7000 people each year.

We create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.

What We Offer

  • A purpose-driven culture where people can thrive, 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.

Your Requirements

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

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