About the opportunity
This is a rewarding chance to make a real difference in people’s lives and within the community.
As a Recovery Worker, you’ll play an important role in supporting participants during their stay at PARC. You’ll work alongside them in their recovery journey, provide both individual and group support, and collaborate with their clinical care teams. You’ll also contribute to the day-to-day running of the program and help shape new ideas and improvements that keep our services responsive and meaningful.
PARCs operate 24/7, so you’ll be part of a supportive team working across a rotating roster. Penalty rates apply for afternoon, evening, sleepover and weekend hours.
About the program
The Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) program is a partnership between Wellways and Eastern Health. Maroondah PARC and Mont Albert PARC are located in a welcoming community setting, offering short-term residential support for people who are becoming unwell or who need extra support after time in hospital to strengthen their recovery.
At PARC, we focus on creating a safe and inclusive environment that values cultural diversity, encourages peer participation and leadership, and supports people to build confidence, skills, and community connections. All of our work is guided by evidence-based best practice and a strong belief in the possibilities of recovery.
Employee benefits
What do you need?
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.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Jo Sutherland, Maroondah PARC Program Manager on 0478 266 551 or Emily Langley, Linwood PARC Program Manager on 0422 445 456.
We encourage early applications as successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date
Work in a recovery-oriented short stay residential service which provides a blended approach of clinical and psychosocial support to people experiencing mental health challenges.
We’re passionate about our work, which is enjoyable, challenging and rewardingAll ofourteams 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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23/06/2026
Wellways Australia is a leading national mental health and disability support organisation with services in Queensland, ACT, NSW, Victoria and Tasmania.
We work with a diverse range of people, their families and carers to identify needs and goals to build good lives in the community This includes creating a home, getting a job and building meaningful relationships.
We also deliver services to people with multiple, complex needs and often do this in partnership with clinical services, health support agencies and government.
Our services are informed by current evidence on mental health, rehabilitation and community inclusion, together with an understanding of people’s lived experience – what works for them.
We are a registered NDIS service provider. Our knowledgeable staff have the right community connections. We offer: support co-ordination, group based activities, assistance to access community, skills development, assistance with household tasks and personal care, housing and tenancy, help with budgeting and travel training.
Many of our staff draw from their own experience of mental health issues to provide peer support in services, education courses, advocacy workshops and our advice and referral Helpline.
Our commitment to advocacy is central. We consult with consumers, carers, government and local business to ensure people have better opportunities to get well, stay well and fully participate in the community without stigma.
For information visit wellways.org or contact us on 1300 111 400.
Advice and referral information is also available. Call our Helpline on 1300 111 500.
