At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals on their recovery journey and facilitate group programs.
- Company: Wellways, a leading mental health and disability support organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, salary packaging, leave loading, and family support programs.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace celebrating diversity and promoting safety for all communities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications or experience, valid driver's license, and background checks.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Wellways is seeking a compassionate and motivated Wellbeing Worker to join the Mildura Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) team. Delivered in partnership with Mildura Base Public Hospital (MBPH), PARC provides short-term, sub-acute mental health support for people who are becoming unwell or transitioning from an inpatient setting back into the community. The service focuses on strengthening recovery, promoting independence and helping individuals work towards fulfilling lives in their community.
Working under the guidance of the PARC Coordinator, you will collaborate with the Wellways team, clinical partners, participants, families and other stakeholders to deliver a supportive, recovery-oriented service. Your responsibilities will include:
- Participant intake and assessment
- Facilitating scheduled group programs
- Conducting daily keywork sessions
- Assisting with the cleanliness and maintenance of the facility as required
This is an opportunity to contribute to a positive team culture, support individual recovery journeys and help deliver effective, person-centred mental health services across the Murray region.
You will need:
- Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience
- Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Right to Work within Australia
- Satisfactory National Police Record Check (valid within the last 12 months)
- 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!
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
Salary and Hours: $40.49 – 43.42 phr (SCHADS Level 3B) + Leave loading + Super + Salary packaging
Location: Mildura, Victoria
Equal Opportunity / Diversity Statement: At Wellways, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+. We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.
We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities.
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.
Wellbeing Worker in Mildura employer: Wellways Australia Limited
Wellways is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, particularly for those in the mental health and community services sector. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, professional growth opportunities, and a culture that values lived experience, Wellways empowers its staff to make a meaningful impact across diverse communities in Northern Victoria. The organisation offers attractive benefits such as salary packaging, annual leave loading, and access to ongoing leadership development, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
Contact Details:
Wellways Australia Limited Recruitment Team
