First Nations Recovery Worker - Windsor

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.

• 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

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.

• →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

• 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, please contact Sadia Tariq, Team Leader via email at stariq@wellways.org 

Please ensure you submit your updated Resume along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

To view the full Position Description and submit your application, click APPLY.

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.

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.