Intake Service Navigation

• Exciting full time ongoing opportunity based in Warragul
• $37.35 to $40.05 phr (SCHADS Level 3B) + Leave loading + Super + Salary packaging

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

Our team of supportive and enthusiastic members is currently on the look for a dedicated Wellbeing Worker who will assist in improving the lives of community members.

You will work individually and as a team within the principles of a recovery oriented mental health practice. As a wellbeing worker you will work towards the engagement of community members through developing professional and trusting relationships with them and relevant stakeholders.

Does this sound like what you're looking for?

The role of the Intake Service Navigator exists to improve accessibility to the health system for individuals with severe mental illness and associated psychosocial disorders. The Intake Service Navigator will also be one of the main points of entry, intake and assessment for psychosocial supports across the Gippsland region.

As Intake Service Navigator you will engage with and advocate for individuals, connect them with the appropriate support networks and empower them on their recovery journey. Building and drawing upon Wellways' Community Recovery Model, the Intake Service Navigator will establish and enhance coordinated referral processes as well as community support services focused on psychosocial support needs such as housing, employment, education, family support and financial matters.

You will need:

• Relevant qualification or commensurate experience in working in a support role for people with mental illness, generally a Diploma IV qualification or above
• Current valid Driver's License
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Right to Work within Australia
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

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 Christopher Turner, on

Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description

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