Opportunity to join a leading provider of disability and mental health services
Casual Part-time position located in Geelong West
SCHADS 4B $55.73- $59.96p/h(inclusive of causal loading) + Super+ Salary Packaging
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 peoplewho identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you.
About the opportunity:
Youth residential recovery (YRR) services provide voluntary residential recovery-based support to young people 16–25 years of age experiencing mental health challenges. The aim of the YRR is to support young people to achieve their recovery goals through one-on-one collaboration and participation in program activities for up to 12 months. These may include:
Learning or relearning skills and gaining the confidence required for independent living
Building capacity to better manage their mental health
Developing social relationships, social connections, recreation, physical health, education, vocational training, employment and housing, and other needs
About the role:
As an integral member of the Youth Residential Recovery team, you will draw upon your knowledge and work experience to support young people to develop skills and confidence to improve their well-being and connections within the community. You will utilize outcome measures to work collaboratively with participants to identify goals and plans for the future, as well as delivering program activities developed to support wellbeing and build capacity You will be passionate about working with young people and able to provide an understanding, flexible and creative approach
Under the support and direction of the Team Leader, this role forms part of the Barwon team and works with other key stakeholders in the ongoing development and effective implementation of regional and program plans.
Availability:
This casual role is to provide support to the 24hr/7day roster, backfilling to leave and unavailability of permanent staff. Please note, the majority of vacant shifts required will be sleepover.
Shifts included:
Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm, 12:00pm - 8:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm (with non-active sleepover 10:00pm-6am).
Saturday & Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm, 6:00pm-10:00pm (with non-active sleepover 10:00pm-6am).
Please click here to download a copy of position description relating to this role.
You will also need:
Diploma or above in the field of study, Community Services, Mental Health, Youth Work, AoD and/or experience in similar related field.
Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake some travel
Appropriate IT skills
Satisfactory Police Records Check
Satisfactory Working with Children Check
Right to Work within Australia
NDIS Workers Screening check
NDIS Module certificate
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
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, we encourage you to contact
Stephanie Foley | 0481 454 929
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways
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.
Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.
07/04/2026
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.
