Mental Health Support Worker Tamworth

JOB TITLE: Recovery Support Worker / Peer Worker (Mental Health Support Worker)

Employment Type: Casual / Part-time/full-time / Traineeship

Location:   Tamworth/Armidale

Programs:

1. Outreach team (Operating between 8 am to 8 pm, flexible roster, weekend work). Currently seeking employees with availability for afternoon/ evening shifts
2. Accommodation program (Currently seeking employees with availability for in-active sleepover shift from 6pm to 8am)
3. Youth Team (Operating between 8am to 8pm)

ABOUT US:Holistic Recovery stands on a mission to enhance the lives of those living with uncertainty by creating opportunity and fostering a sense of belonging and independence. Our everyday goal is to build confidence and empower individuals to develop skills that help them make choices to achieve their goals.

The role is designed to enhance the lives of each individual and support them on their recovery journey, while maintaining a high level of professional boundaries. The aim is to develop long-lasting positive influences on participants by providing person centred and trauma informed support.

WHY HOLISTIC RECOVERY?

Holistic Recovery is not just a workplace; it's a community where growth, integrity, and commitment are valued.

As a proud finalist of the Quality Business Award in 2022, 2023,2024 and Winner of 2025, we are recognised for our exceptional workplace culture and dedication to our employees' satisfaction and well-being.

At Holistic Recovery, we take immense pride in our outstanding company culture. According to the 2024 Great Place to Work Australia National Employee Engagement Study, an impressive 100% of our employees affirm that Holistic Recovery is a great place to work. This is a stark contrast to the national average, where only 56% of employees at a typical Australian company feel the same way. Holistic Recovery has also received accreditation for 'Best Workplace in Healthcare & Social Assistance' ref:

We invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is a priority. Join us at Holistic Recovery, where your career is more than just a job – it's a journey towards making a meaningful impact.

WHY JOIN HOLISTIC RECOVERY?

In addition to being an employer of choice, you can also look forward to the following;

• Competitive salary ($ $51.81 per hour + 12% Super )
• Annual leave loading for part-time and full-time staff
• The opportunity to really make a difference
• Supportive, inclusive and values-driven team
• Flexible work options to support a work-life balance
• Access to Holistic Recovery Professional Development Pathway (training) and monthly reflective practice
• Health and Wellbeing supports such as free fitness bootcamp sessions, annual flu shot, meditation and access to EAP (employee assistance program)
• Allocated resources such as company mobile phone, access to pool MacBook or ipad where available
• Travel KMs reimbursement (96 cents per claimable km)
• Traineeship opportunities for the right candidate

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The core purpose of this role is to support participants recovering from Psychosocial Disability with a complex trauma history. The role provides on-the-ground in-home support as well as community access and independent supported living. The key responsibilities are;

• Assist with and support the individual with their daily living activities, community engagement and social interactions
• Implement the psychosocial supports outlined in the behaviour support plan where available
• Support each participant in navigating their own personal goals (as outlined in their NDIS plan)
• Promote recovery-oriented support and utilise strength-based language, care and respect at all times
• Work collaboratively and professionally with the team and key stakeholders including community mental health, the Department of Health, other partners in the community and family members
• Mandatory completion of daily reporting – records, barriers, incidents

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

We are looking for employees who are compassionate, reliable and genuinely care and have the following;

• at least 1-year experience working in the mental health sector/disability sector and/or
• relevant qualifications in Mental Health or disability
• relevant tertiary qualification

• Relevant checks including;

• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

• Current NDIS Workers check (NDISWC)

• Australian Driver's licence and access to a reliable/registered, and fully insured vehicle

• First Aid Certificate

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (Including Booster) and able to produce evidence

• Right to work in Australia

• good communication and relationship building skills

• knowledge and understanding of mental health issues
• genuine desire to provide the best quality care for people with psychosocial disabilities
• the capacity to work flexible hours on a roster system, including weekdays, weekends and sleepover or active night shifts

TO APPLY: fill out the application and upload your resume. Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Should you have any queries related to this position, please get in touch with us