Senior Recovery Worker

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. If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways Full time leadership role within a recovery-oriented mental health service Provide case coordination, team leadership and quality oversight Permanent, Full-Time | 24/7 Rotating Roster (Day, Afternoon & Sleepover Shifts) About the Program The Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) program is a collaborative partnership between Wellways and Melbourne Health (North Western Mental Health).

PARC provides short-term, sub-acute residential support in a community setting for people stepping up from or down from acute mental health services. Operating 24/7, PARC supports people to strengthen their recovery, build skills, and consolidate their transition back into the community, with clinical care provided by the Area Mental Health Service and recovery-oriented support delivered by Wellways.

About the Role

The Senior Recovery Worker plays a key leadership role within the PARC team, supporting high-quality service delivery, team culture and participant outcomes. Reporting to the PARC Manager, you will provide case coordination, support recovery planning, mentor staff and contribute to the ongoing development and quality of the program. This role also works closely with clinical partners and community stakeholders to ensure coordinated, person-led care under the ethos of client self-direction.

Key Responsibilities

Build professional, trusting relationships with participants and support recovery-oriented engagement Develop and review individual recovery plans aligned to participant goals and self-direction Provide case coordination and lead case planning meetings with clinicians, families and service partners Support and strengthen team culture, including partnership with the clinical team Facilitate group supervision for Wellways staff Monitor quality and safety of the PARC environment, including audits, hazards and food safety Ensure legislative, documentation and reporting requirements are met Support rostering, casual coordination, recruitment, orientation and staff training Contribute to service planning, quality improvement and strategic initiatives About You You are an experienced recovery-focused practitioner who brings leadership, collaboration and strong organisational skills. You will also have: Demonstrated experience in psychosocial recovery-oriented practice Strong case coordination and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to support, mentor and guide staff in a multidisciplinary environment Understanding of client self-direction and recovery frameworks Confidence managing quality, compliance and operational responsibilities Flexibility to work a rotating 24/7 roster Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role. What we will offer you… 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 Paid Cultural leave Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Ingrid Amann on or We encourage early applications as interviews will 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.

Job Description

Summary Lead recovery focused care in a collaborative PARC setting to support participants, mentor teams and strengthen community-based mental health outcomes. Culture 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.

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 12/01/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr