• Exciting Full Time fixed term opportunity till 30/06/2026 with the Carer Gateway Services program
• Based in Bundaberg West
• Attractive hourly rate $36.00 - $38.60ph depending on qualification (SCHADS Level 3B) + Salary Packaging benefits + 17.5% Leave loading
• Are you a passionate, empathetic, caring individual who is looking to make an invaluable positive impact then we want to hear from you.

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 Carer Gateway Program

Wellways Australia is the first point of contact for all Australian Government Carer Gateway funded services across NSW, aiming to help Carers access practical information and advice and connect with services in their local area.

Carer supports and services will be delivered using a network of local Carer Gateway regional service providers Carers and those who provide a caring role to someone in their life who has a disability, mental health issue, chronic health condition, terminal illness or are frail-aged.

Your new role

The Carer Gateway Mobile Carer Support role has two key functions:

• To provide advice to carers on services available and consult with them to identify their goals and ensure an appropriate carer services support plan is prepared, implemented and evaluated.

Responsibilities include the coordination and administration of financial and business functions required to support the referral and delivery of services to carers; and to provide Carers with an opportunity to share experiences and learn from each other in a peer group setting.

The Peer Support Program draws on three approaches: peer support principals, the CHIME framework for personal recovery (Connectedness, Hope, Identity, Meaning and Empowerment) and elements of reflective practice.

The Mobile Carer Support role regularly rotates between carers homes (or other settings where carers meet), community based and health services settings, working directly with hospital and other health services staff (particularly RAS, ACAT, Discharge Planning and Social Work Staff) and acting as a direct referral and warm handover point for carers.

Pre-employment compliance requirements

• Thorough understanding of the caring role and evidence based, best practice Carer supports that enable Carers to sustain in their caring role and enhance their own wellbeing and identity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of caring roles and the impact on Carers health and wellbeing to determine support requirements.
• Certificate IV or above in a support discipline and/or Equivalent Community sector experience.
• Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role.
• 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 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
• 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 Cherie Pope [email protected] using the subject line: Mobile Carer Support - Bundaberg West enquiry via EthicalJobs or 0435 704 900.

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