Wellways Australia

Support Worker

Wellways Australia  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  14 days ago
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Job Description

  • Join a nationally recognised and growing provider of mental health and disability services
  • Multiple casual opportunities with access to ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • From $44.59 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) + applicable penalty rates + salary packaging up to $15.899

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.

About the Opportunity

Wellways is looking for passionate Support Workers to join our team!

In this meaningful and varied role, you will support individuals to achieve their personal goals by delivering a wide range of services under their NDIS plans, as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team. These services include assistance with daily living, transport, community and social participation, and building everyday life skills. Your days may involve outdoor activities, personal care, or helping someone access education, work, or health services.

The role involves driving across the Gippsland region to deliver support services , so a valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are essential. Flexibility in availability will also be highly regarded.

About You
You’re a compassionate, reliable, and resilient individual who wants to make a real difference in the lives of others. You approach each day with empathy, professionalism, and a positive attitude. Whether you’re working independently or as part of a close-knit team, you stay calm under pressure and adapt easily to changing situations. You're proactive, take initiative when needed, and follow direction with care and consistency.

If you’re ready to put your skills and heart into a role that truly matters - we’d love to welcome you to the Wellways team.

You will need:

  • Certificate 3 or 4 in Mental Health, Disability, Aged Care or Home and Community Care (desirable)
  • Right to Work within Australia
  • Current valid drive licence and willingness to undertake travel for work
  • Current Motor Vehicle Insurance
  • Satisfactory National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to undertake
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
  • Physically capable to deliver personal care to participants

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 Claire Graham (Team Leader) at 0422 613 138

Once you APPLY click her for a copy of the position description

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

Support individuals with daily tasks, transport, and life skills under NDIS plans in a meaningful, flexible role with a focus on empathy and professionalism.

Culture

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.

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.

Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.

Applications Close

31/05/2026

Wellways Australia

About Wellways Australia

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.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, AU
Year Founded
1978
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