• Work in a recovery-oriented program offering short-term residential support for people experiencing mental health challenges
• Full-time, ongoing position with access to ongoing support and development/training opportunities
• Excellent employee benefits and access to ongoing development and training

About the opportunity

This is a rare opportunity that you won't want to pass up - Our multidisciplinary recovery teams are creative, motivated and focused on ensuring positive experiences for participants and their loved ones.

As the Senior Recovery Worker, your role is vital as you will be providing case coordination and management to residents of the PARC program, play an active role in supporting the ongoing development of the team as well as monitoring the quality of the program as a whole.

You will be joining a dedicated team to develop person-centred plans and deliver direct, practical support to individuals in our care. You will encourage them as they take steps towards their recovery and assist them in building long term support networks to ensure they are fully supported to continue their recovery after they exit the program.

PARCs operate 24/7 on a rotating roster. Flexibility in availability and willingness to work sleepover, afternoon and weekend shifts is highly regarded. Penalty rates apply for relevant hours.

About the program

The Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) program is a collaborative service between Wellways and Eastern Health. Maroondah PARC is located in a community setting and provides an option for people who are becoming unwell or need a short period of additional support to strengthen their gains from spending time in an inpatient setting.

All our recovery services value cultural diversity, support and create opportunities for recovery, value peer participation and leadership and are underpinned by evidence-based best practice. 

Employee benefits

• Access to ongoing training, professional development and regular supervision
• 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 or dining out.
• Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take a holiday

What do you need? 

• Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related field OR tertiary qualifications in social science or related discipline (current studies also considered)
• At least 2+ years experience in the field of mental health and/or disability 
• Working rights within Australia 
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel
• Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children Check - Employee
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• COVID Vaccination Certificate or valid medical exemption 

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Justin Appleby - Program Manager on 03 8833 3000

We encourage early applications as successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date.

The health and safety of Wellways participants and employees is our highest priority and all Wellways roles are covered by directives that require mandatory COVID vaccinations. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption prior to commencement.

A position description is attached.