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.
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- Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!
- Rewarding opportunity to walk alongside participants to support their mental health recovery and wellbeing
- Casual opportunity based in Warrnambool VIC
About the opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your local community. The Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub provides accessible, community-based support for people experiencing psychological distress, mental ill health or life stressors such as financial pressure, housing instability or social isolation.
As a Wellbeing Support Worker, you’ll walk alongside participants to support their mental health recovery and wellbeing. You’ll take a strengths-based approach by building trusting relationships, developing practical life skills, supporting connection with community and helping people access the services and supports that matter most to them.
You’ll work collaboratively with participants, their natural supports, and other community and health providers to ensure that everyone receives the right support, at the right time, in the way that works best for them. Your work will contribute to a system of care that values respect, inclusion and self-direction.
Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.
About you
You’re someone who believes in the power of recovery and community connection. You bring empathy, patience and curiosity to your work, and you genuinely enjoy supporting people to live the lives they choose for themselves. Above all, you understand that everyone’s journey is unique and deserves to be met with respect and hope.
To be successful in this role, you’ll also bring:
- Relevant four-year degree with one years related experience/three year degree with two years of relevant experience/diploma with relevant experience or lesser formal qualifications with substantial years of relevant experience in the Community Services sector
- Experience in working within a mental health setting or equivalent
community-based support role with lived experience - Demonstrated competency and previous experience in the Risk Management area
- Evidence of right to work in Australia
- Current and valid driver licence and willingness to undertake travel as part of your role
- Satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to undertake
- NDIS Workers Orientation module certificate – 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
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Deborah Talia, Program Coordinator of Wellbeing Services at DTalia@wellways.org
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
Job Description Summary
Support people’s mental health recovery through connection, practical help and community-based wellbeing support.
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. We 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.
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Applications Close
06/03/2026