Service Integration Lead

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. Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first Schads Level 6B ($55.72–$58.19 ph) + Super + Salary packaging benefits Full time opportunity based in the Blue Mountains region NSW About The Opportunity As a Service Integration Lead, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality, person-centred services in your local community through the Carer Gateway program. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, build strong community partnerships, and embed community development strategies that reflect the unique needs of your region. You’ll work closely with Counsellors, Coaches, Peer Support Facilitators, and Carer Hub Navigators to ensure services are inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally safe. A core focus of this role is to lead and embed community development strategies that strengthen local capacity, build collaborative partnerships, and ensure Wellways services are responsive, inclusive, and connected to the community’s unique needs. This role requires strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills, as well as a deep understanding of the local community and relational model of care. This role offers a hybrid arrangement of 1 day WFH and 4 days in the office. Qualifications Tertiary Qualifications in a social science or related discipline or equivalent experience Demonstrated experience working within the specified local community in at least one of the Caring, Mental Health, Community, Disability or Health Sciences Sectors A minimum of 2 years’ leadership experience Available to participate in ‘out of hours’ activities as required An understanding and experience of delivering services to families and carers, mental health issues, rehabilitation practices, disability services and the impact of mental health issues and disability on service users, their families, carers and the community Right to work within Australia Current valid Driver’s Licence and the ability to undertake some travel NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate (free online course) Satisfactory National Police Records Check NDIS Worker Screening Check Working with Children’s Check (Employee/Paid) What We Offer Purpose‑Driven Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose. Here, you can thrive while making a genuine difference. We hold respect for every individual close to our hearts, such as the unique contributions that each person brings to the table. Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that our team members bring, and actively promote an atmosphere of inclusion and belonging. Salary Packaging: Enhance your financial well‑being with our salary packaging option, which lets you allocate up to $15,899 of your salary for specific expenses before taxes kick in. This means more flexibility for rent, mortgage, car leasing etc. Meal and Entertainment Allowance: Indulge in the joys of life with our meal and entertainment allowance available through salary packaging. You can enjoy up to $2,650 per annum to savour delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, while saving on taxes. Employee Assistance Program: We understand that life comes with its challenges, and your well‑being is important to us. As part of our commitment to holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program: a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence and resilience. Why us? Wellways is a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programmes, services and supports to people right across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. We remain committed to our mission of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential, and we are always on the look‑out for like‑minded people who would like to be a part of this. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Benjamin Johnson at Ready to Apply? Please apply by including an up‑to‑date CV and a Cover Letter addressing the following criteria: Vision for Integrated Service Delivery in your local community – Share your understanding of integrated care and how you would bring together services, stakeholders, and systems to support carers holistically in your specific local region. Strategy to Impact: Delivering on KPIs with Heart – Tell us how you’ve balanced strategic planning, operational delivery, and human‑centred outcomes in previous roles. Wellways Australia Limited is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. All applicants applying for roles within Wellways must undergo a screening process prior to their successful appointment. Applications Close: 30/11/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr