First Nations Recovery Worker

Wellways; Wollongong City Council; On-site; AUD 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Meal and Entertainment allowance

Job summary

Wellways is seeking a First Nations Recovery Worker to deliver Community Living Support (CLS) in the Wollongong region. You will work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants to support recovery goals, build connections with family and community, and provide culturally safe, person-centred care.

Travel across the region is required. The role offers SCHADS Level 3 pay, salary packaging and leave loading, with full-time or part-time options to support flexible arrangements while

Qualifications

• Certificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related qualification.
• 1+ year relevant work experience in mental health or related training.
• Valid driver licence and ability to travel across the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, culturally safe recovery support to participants.
• Help participants identify goals and develop recovery plans.
• Foster connections with families, communities and local services.
• Complete recovery plans, assessments and program documentation.
• Travel across the region to meet participant needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Documentation skills

Education

Certificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related field

Job description

Wellways celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute. We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+. We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.

• Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through culturally safe, recovery-focused practice.
• Build meaningful connections with families, communities and local services.
• SCHADS Level 3 ($38.65 - $43.42 per hour) + Salary Packaging + Leave loading

First Nations Recovery Worker | Community Living Support (CLS)
Full time or Part time role | 38 - 22.8 hours per week neg| Wollongong

Walk alongside people on their recovery journey while strengthening connection to culture, community and wellbeing.

At Wellways, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. As a First Nations Recovery Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing mental health challenges, psychological distress and/or substance use concerns to achieve their goals and live meaningful lives.

Community Living Support (CLS) is a NSW Government-funded program providing person-led, community-based psychosocial support for people aged 16 years and over living with severe mental health challenges. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide culturally safe, recovery-oriented support that empowers participants to build independence, strengthen natural supports and reconnect with culture, family and community.

• Provide practical, culturally safe and recovery-focused support to participants in the community.
• Support people to identify their strengths, aspirations and goals and develop plans that support their recovery journey.
• Build and strengthen connections with families, communities, services and cultural supports to promote wellbeing and belonging.

What you bring
You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and understand the importance of culture, connection and self-determination in recovery.

You bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, a collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to provide practical support that promotes hope, healing and independence. You are confident maintaining accurate records and documentation and are comfortable travelling across the region.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Support first nations participants to develop and work towards their recovery goals and aspirations.
• Provide practical, strengths-based support that promotes independence and wellbeing.
• Foster connections with Country, families, communities and natural support networks.
• Complete recovery plans, assessments, file notes and program documentation.
• Travel across the region to meet participant needs

You will also need:

• Is acknowledged by First Nations community and leadership
• Demonstrated strong connection with First Nations communities and demonstrated strong understanding of the lived experiences of First Nations communities on Country
• Certificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or tertiary qualification in social science or 1+ year relevant work experience in the Mental Health Sector or Intentional Peer Support Training
• 100 points of identification and Birth Certificate/Passport
• Drivers Licence
• National Police Check
• Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
• NDIS Workers Orientation Modules - free online course

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
• 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

We encourage early applications as interviews may begin prior to advertising closing date.

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement