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• Full-time  Permanent  based   at   Bella Vista , NSW • $ 40 . 49   - $4 3 . 42   per hour (SCHADS Level 3B) + Super + Leave loading + salary packaging benefits • Join us in supporting individuals to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in their own community! 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 this Program Youth Community Living Support Services (YCLSS) is   a   NSW government-funded program offering time-limited, community-based psychosocial support to young people aged 15-24 with serious mental illness. It aims to help individuals who are at risk of developing functional disabilities due to mental health issues. Delivered across five NSW locations, YCLSS partners with Local Health Districts to provide coordinated care. The program’s   objectives   are to support personal recovery, reduce the risk of chronic disability, and minimize hospital admissions. YCLSS helps young people stay connected to their communities, engage in education and work, manage their mental health, and secure stable housing. It also supports families in understanding and   assisting   their loved ones’ recovery. Recovery Workers are essential in guiding participants through key developmental areas like social skills, leadership, and resilience. They help build natural supports for long-term recovery, ensuring that individuals have the tools and connections needed to   maintain   their independence and thrive in their communities. About the opportunity Are you passionate about supporting young people through mental health challenges? As a   Recovery Worker ,   you'll   play a key role in helping young individuals aged 15-24 reclaim their identities, build resilience, and take control of their futures. In this role,   you’ll   work closely with participants, their families, and care teams to develop tailored recovery plans that focus on independence, self-determination, and meaningful life goals.   You'll   engage participants in activities that foster life skills, connect them with their communities, and help them reach their recovery goals. But the impact goes beyond support –   you’ll   be part of a collaborative process with clinicians and families to ensure safe, effective care.   You’ll   use tools like the   Wellify   app and   participate   in family-sensitive practices to help families understand and support their loved ones’ recovery. This is your chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people, empowering them to thrive in their communities. If   you’re   ready to guide, inspire, and walk alongside young people on their recovery journey, we want to hear from you! You will also need: • A contemporary understanding of mental health issues and recovery orientated   mental health practice . • Capacity to continuously develop practice in response to supervision, reflection ,   training, practice   experience   and feedback . • Completion of the Certificate  IV   in Mental Health, Certificate  IV   in Mental Health Peer   Work or Certificate  IV   in Community Services, or equivalent practical experience   working in a mental health   role. • Rights to work in Australia and A current and valid Driver’s License . • Satisfactory Police Records Check [less than 12 months old] and Working with Children Check, before commencement – or willing to obtain. • NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme) Worker Orientation Module Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement:   https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/support-for-workers/training-course • NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWSC) is mandatory prior to commencement. 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 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 For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact   Tyler Smith , Team Leader on 04 79 172 976 Once you APPLY 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. If   you’d   like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here    Reconciliation | Wellways Job Description Summary 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. W e know that people are unique and the experts on their life and are not defined by impairments, diagnosis or labels.  We aim to specifically promote safety and inclusivity for LGBTIQ+ and First Nations communities. How to Apply This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites. Please select "Apply" below to complete your application. Applications Close 30/08/2026