- Fixed-term, part-time role (19 hours per week) for 12 months
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Join an innovative mental health program supporting aged care residents across Gippsland to thrive
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$38.65 - 41.45 phr (SCHADS Level 3B) + Leave 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 people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
About this Opportunity
Join the Mental Health in Aged Care (MHiAC) program and make a positive difference in the lives of older people living in Residential Aged Care Facilities across Gippsland. Developed by Wellways, MHiAC provides face-to-face, telehealth and telephone-based mental health support for residents experiencing mild to moderate mental health concerns. Working under the guidance of the Senior Practitioner, you will deliver wellbeing sessions, support intake and assessment processes, manage referrals, provide active waitlist support, and contribute to positive recovery-focused outcomes for older people.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in mental health, aged care, community services or a related field who enjoys working collaboratively with clients, families, Residential Aged Care Facilities and community partners. You will help strengthen service pathways, coordinate access to appropriate supports, maintain accurate client records and promote person-centred, recovery-oriented practice. If you are passionate about improving mental health and wellbeing outcomes for older Australians, we encourage you to apply.
You will need:
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Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
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Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
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Right to Work within Australia
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Satisfactory National Police Records Check (valid within the last 12 months)
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NDIS Worker Orientation 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
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A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
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An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
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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
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Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
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Receive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leave
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Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
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Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Christopher Turner, Program & Practice Coordinator on 0481 067 597
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
