Work in recovery led program supporting women and gender diverse people with mental health challenges in a short-term residential setting
Permanent part-time opportunity (equiv. 2 - 3 nights per week)
$37.35 - $40.05 per hour (SCHADS Level 3) + penalty rates+ superannuation + annual leave loading + NFP salary packaging benefits
About the service
Yanna Yanna Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) is a women’s-only sub-acute, home-like service in our community dedicated to providing practical mental health support for women, trans and gender diverse people who identify as non-binary or as female. Our participants include women that are experiencing diagnoses of personality disorders and/or complex trauma that would benefit from accessible supports delivered in a women-only environment.
This is a wholistic 24/7 program, delivered in partnership with the Area Mental Health Service, offering both clinical and psychosocial support to women who are becoming unwell, or as an additional support to strengthen their gains whilst transitioning from an inpatient setting back home.
About the opportunity
This is a rewarding opportunity to build professional, trusting relationships with women and gender diverse people engaged in the service and empower them along their journey towards recovery.
The Sleepover Recovery Worker role is integral to the Yanna Yanna PARC program as it involves working closely with participants to support healthy evening routines whilst at PARC. As a Sleepover Recovery Worker, you will use your skills to approach situations with a calming lens, have the ability to support people as they wind down for the night or just sit quietly with someone and connect in moments of need. You will have a good sense of how to address emerging risks and support people through potential distress.
We are looking for a new team member to join us to join us 2 - 3 nights a week, including weekends.
Sleepover shifts are active from 5:30pm to 11pm, then inactive sleepover (with the ability to wake up and convert to active if required) and active again from 7am –9am to support early morning routines and handover. Penalty rates apply for relevant hours worked.
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
To be successful in this role, you will need:
** We consider that being female or gender diverse is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under Section 27(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (VIC), and therefore encourage applicants who identify as female or gender diverse to apply. **
Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related field OR tertiary qualifications in social science or related discipline (current studies also considered)
Prior experience working within the Mental Health, AOD or other community-based organisations
An understanding of the biopsychosocial and harm minimisation models of mental health and how social inclusion principles are applied to service delivery
An ability to establish effective relationships including close collaboration with different stakeholders including clinical mental health services
Evidence of the right to work in Australia
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check
Evidence of COVID booster vaccination or valid medical exemption
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:
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Erin Saar, Program Manager at esaar@wellways.org.
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.
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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