Peer 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.

• Part time (30.4 hrs p/w) opportunity based in Lismore NSW

• $38.65 per hour (SCHADS Level 3B) + Leave loading + salary packaging benefits

• Change lives, empower young people, and be part of a team that genuinely cares.

About the Program

The YCLSS program supports the recovery of young people living with mental illness through tailored, community-based psychosocial support. It aims to reduce the risk of long-term disability and minimise the need for frequent or extended hospital stays.

We help young people stay connected with family, friends and community; engage in education, work and meaningful activities; build healthy habits; and secure stable housing. The program also supports families to better understand and assist their young person's recovery, while accessing help for their own wellbeing needs.

About the Role
As a Peer Recovery Worker, you'll use your own lived experience of mental health challenges and recovery to inspire hope and connection. You'll walk alongside young people on their recovery journey—offering empathy, encouragement and practical support to help them build confidence, resilience and self-management skills.

Working as part of the integrated YLCSS team, you'll support participants to develop key life skills including social connection, decision making, leadership, teamwork, healthy living and community involvement. You'll also help strengthen natural supports and facilitate Wellways' peer learning programs.

You don't need to know everything from day one, we will support you to learn and grow. What matters most is your passion for working with young people and your willingness to walk alongside them, even when the journey isn't easy.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• A contemporary understanding of mental health and recovery-oriented practice (or a strong interest in developing this knowledge)

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Flexibility, creativity and the ability to adapt to the changing needs of young people

• A commitment to learning and development through supervision, training, and reflection

You will also need:

• 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 mental health role.

• Right to work within Australia

• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel

• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate (free online course)

• Satisfactory National Police Records Check

• NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Working with Children's Check (Employee/Paid)

What we can offer you:

• 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

• Paid Cultural leave (where applicable)

• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Sammy Ibrahim at  

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 Description SummaryA rewarding opportunity to share your story and make a real difference in the lives of young people as they navigate their recovery and transition into adulthood.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 Close07/12/2025

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