Mental Health Support 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.

• Casual ongoing opportunity based at Newcastle, NSW
• $47.16 per hour (SCHADS Level 2B) + Super + Leave loading + salary packaging
• Inclusive Organisation | Be the difference in a young person's life

At Wellways, we believe every young person deserves the chance to thrive no matter the challenges they face. Through the Youth Community Living Support Services (YCLSS) program, you will support young people aged 15–24 experiencing serious mental health challenges to build confidence, independence and hope for the future.

What is YCLSS?

YCLSS is a government-funded, community-based program designed to empower young people living with mental illness. By providing psychosocial support the program helps participants stay connected to their communities, pursue education or employment, manage mental health and find stable housing. With Local Health District partners we provide coordinated, holistic care that supports not just individuals but their families and futures.

About the opportunity

Join the YLCSS team at Wellways, where Support Workers walk alongside participants as they navigate the journey into adulthood.

In this role, you'll provide intensive, person-centred support to build essential life skills in areas such as:

• Social connection, leadership, and decision-making
• Teamwork, resilience, and self-esteem
• Healthy lifestyles, community service, and personal responsibility

As part of the team, you will also:

• Keep accurate and timely records to ensure high-quality support
• Be guided by Wellways' Well Together Model and Recovery Frameworks
• Travel across the region, with some overnight stays as required

This is more than a job it's an opportunity to support the next generation to build independence, confidence and brighter futures.

This is your chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, empowering them to thrive in their communities. If you're ready to guide, inspire and walk alongside young people on their recovery journey, we want to hear from you

What do you 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.
• Rights to work in Australia and A current and valid Driver's License
• Satisfactory Police Records Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Workers Orientation "Quality Safety and You" – free online course

What we will 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
• Cultural Leave options
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Jenna Katchel, Team Leader at  

Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.

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 

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.

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.