• Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!
• Up to $46.35ph + Super + Salary Packaging benefits
• Full time opportunity based in Dubbo NSW

About the program

The Medicare Mental Health Centre is supported by funding from Western NSW Primary Health Network through the Australian Government's PHN Program. The Dubbo and Bathurst Medicare Mental Health Centres will provide the community with a free, safe and welcoming space to access mental health advice, supports and services. Walk-ins will be welcomed, services are confidential, and no appointment or referral will be required.

About the opportunity

The Community Engagement worker, employed by Wellways, will work with communities to ensure they can better identify and respond to psychological distress and promote social and emotional wellbeing.

The Community Engagement Worker will achieve this by:

• Ensuring the MMHC service is responsive to community needs and has community at the heart of all its decisions.
• Empowering communities to support one another in maintaining social and emotional wellbeing.
• Establishing referral pathways with a broad range of health, social and community services that people may need to support their recovery.
• Identifying and facilitating opportunities that promote the inclusion of, and build the capacity of, people and community groups to access MMHC services and achieve healthy, strong and connected communities.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Minimum Certificate IV in Social Science/Community Development and or relevant community engagement experience.
• Understanding of Community Development principles.
• Experience in the human services or related sector, including individual and community development work.
• A commitment to person centred practice and understanding of mental health recovery and evidence based, best practice supports that enable people to sustain their social and emotional wellbeing enhance their own wellbeing and identity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of family and caring roles and the impact on Carers' health and wellbeing to determine support requirements.
• Demonstrated skill in establishing empowering and supportive partnerships with communities and a broad range of services in the community.
• A commitment to maximising the opportunities and support for people within their local communities.
• Able to plan, prioritise and work independently to ensure outcomes are achieved.
• An understanding and demonstrated commitment to social inclusion and diversity.

Required Compliance

• Right to work within Australia.
• 100 points of identification.
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel.
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Working with Children's Check (Employee).

What we offer

• Purpose-Driven Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference. We hold respect for every individual close to our hearts, and we cherish the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
• Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that our team members bring, and we actively promote an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging.
• Salary Packaging: Enhance your financial well-being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in. This means more financial flexibility for you to allocate funds toward things like rent, mortgage payments, or car leasing.
• Meal and Entertainment Allowance: Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance, available through salary packaging. You can enjoy up to $2,650 per annum to savour delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, all while saving on taxes.
• Employee Assistance Program: We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well-being is important to us. As part of our commitment to your holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program. It's a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life's ups and downs with confidence and resilience.

Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.

Why us?

Wellways are a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programs, services and supports to people right across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. We remain committed to our mission, of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential; and we are always on the look-out for like-minded people who would like to be a part of this.

To download the full position description, see attached document, or click Apply and download the PD from our careers page. Shortlisting of applicants may commence prior to the closing date.

For further information, please reach out to Ani Madhvapathy at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Worker - Dubbo enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment.

Wellways is committed to the health and safety of its employees and participants and strongly encourages all workers to be fully vaccinated including relevant boosters for COVID-19.

If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation - Wellways.

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.

A position description is attached.