Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 21st Jan 2022
- Regional NSW > Lismore
Youth Community Living Support Services (YCLSS) is a NSW government funded initiative that delivers time-limited specialist community based psychosocial support services designed for young people aged 15 to 24 (inclusive), with serious mental illness, who have, or are at risk of developing, functional disability because of their mental health.
The service is delivered in five targeted locations across NSW in close partnership with Local Health Districts, with a focus on coordinated and integrated care. YCLSS offers young people flexible hours and various types of support to ensure the participants current needs and goals are met. All services are provided within the context of a recovery model and in a way that empowers individuals to live in the community with optimum self-determination and independence.
In the role of a Recovery Worker, you will walk alongside participants, providing intensive support to ensure key development areas are addressed and successful transition into adulthood is achieved. Specifically, you will help support and guide our participants across the following areas:
Essential to achieving these objectives is supporting the participant to identify and nurture natural supports, that sustain recovery and assist in the development of self-management Ensuring timely and accurate recording of participant information and data is also a critical component to this role and is a crucial part of every YCLSS team members role. All Wellways services are informed by Wellways' Well Together Model, Practice Principles, Program Pathways and Recovery Frameworks.
We are a value-based organisation. Our values are Honesty, Acceptance, Fairness, Commitment, and Participation.
Wellways Australia is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring all Australians lead active and fulfilling lives in their community. We work with individuals, families and the community to help them imagine and achieve better lives. We advocate for change to make sure people can access the best possible care and information when they need it. We provide a wide range of services and assistance for people with mental health issues, disabilities, youth and older Australians and those requiring community care.
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you and you are looking for your next rewarding career, then we look forward to receiving your application!
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Primrose Trew, Team Leader on 02 5925 5981.
To submit your application, click Apply Now.
Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. 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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a lived experience are encouraged to apply.
The health and safety of Wellways participants and employees is our highest priority and all Wellways roles require mandatory COVID vaccinations. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption prior to commencement.