Wellways Connect & Empower Program Worker North West

• Opportunity to join a leading provider of disability and mental health services
• Part-Time role (15.2 p/w) based in Burnie TAS
• $44.58 - $47.97 p/hr (SCHADS Level 4B) + 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 the opportunity

The Connect & Empower Neighbourhood House Program is a community development project, working with Neighbourhood Houses (managers, staff, volunteers, board, and committee members) to build capacity in responding to the needs of people experiencing mental health challenges in the community.

You will be required to work onsite with Neighbourhood Houses and their communities to build a better and more effective response for people with mental health concerns.

Key responsibilities

• Working with Neighbourhood Houses in Northwest TAS to develop tailored support and implementation plans including key milestones and timeframes.
• Completing program evaluation data and reporting requirements to a high standard within timeframes set, including annual survey of all houses.
• Provide advice and support to the Neighbourhood Houses regarding local mental health services providers and linkage of participants/community to appropriate level of care.
• Actively participating in team meetings, service planning sessions, PDR supervision and staff development activities.
• Cultivate strong relationships with community organizations and networks to establish effective referral pathways.
• Establish and foster partnerships with community agencies, clinical services, and Wellways programs for program promotion and development.

To be successful in this role

• Tertiary Qualifications in a social science or related discipline
• Prior experience working within the Mental Health industry or community-based organisation.
• Ability to deliver informal and formal training and development sessions, along with strong presenting skills.
• Current valid Driver’s License and the ability to undertake travel for the role.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• NDIS Workers Screening Check.
• Right to Work within Australia.
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.

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 Shannon Eilander on: 0478 258 481 or email ***email_hidden***.

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Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. S uccessful 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

Job Description Summary

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.

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Applications Close

21/07/2026