• Work closely with participants in their recovery journey whilst at PARC
• New and exciting PARC programs across South East Melbourne, including sites at Clayton, Narre Warren, Springvale and Dandenong
• Work in recovery led program supporting people with mental health challenges in a short-term residential setting  

This is a rare opportunity you will want to be part of. In partnership with Monash Health, Wellways is expanding our Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) services into South East Melbourne. Our multidisciplinary recovery teams are creative, motivated and focused on ensuring positive experiences for participants and their loved ones.

The Recovery Workers are integral to the PARC program as they work closely with participants in their recovery journey whilst at PARC, both individually and with their clinical care teams, and in leading a range of groups and activities onsite. Our Recovery Workers also provide key operational support and help create new innovations and improvements for the ongoing quality of the program.

PARCS operate 24/7 on a rotating roster and penalty rates apply for afternoon and weekend hours. This role does not require sleepover shifts. There are multiple Recovery Worker positions available at each of the locations.  Part time and casual options available.

Our South East PARC sites cater to different groups including:  

• Adult PARC - Clayton  
• Adult PARC - Narre Warren  
• Extended PARC - Narre Warren (participants can stay up to 6 months) 
• Women's PARC - Springvale  
• Youth PARC - Dandenong 

PARC is a step up, step down short stay residence that provides clinical and psychosocial support to participants, to prevent the need for hospitalisation or after an inpatient stay to support ongoing recovery. All our recovery services value cultural diversity, support and create opportunities for recovery, value peer participation and leadership and are underpinned by evidence-based best practice. 

Why us? 

Wellways are a team of approximately 2000 staff and 150 volunteers across 93 sites providing a range of programs, 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. 

Employee benefits

• Access to ongoing training, professional development and professional practice supervision
• Salary packaging enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing or dining out.
• 17.5% leave loading

What do you need? 

• Certificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related field or tertiary qualifications in social science or related discipline (current studies also considered)
• Demonstrated experience in the field of mental health and/or disability 
• An understanding of the biopsychosocial model of mental health and social inclusion principles  
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel (Desirable) 
• Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check-employment and working rights within Australia
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate www.ndiscommission.gov.au/workers/training-course 
• COVID Vaccination Certificate or valid medical exemption 

Apply now! 

Key Selection Criteria is not required for this position. Please just submit a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience in the position along with your CV using our online portal.

Visit our FAQ page www.wellways.org/parc-recruitment-faqs for more information or to download a copy of the Position Description.

For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to email us at or contact us at 03 8486 4232

(We encourage early applications as successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date)

 The health and safety of Wellways participants and employees is our highest priority and all Wellways roles are covered by directives that require mandatory COVID vaccinations. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of COVID-19 vaccination or valid medical exemption prior to commencement. 

We warmly encourage people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and people with a lived experience of mental health and disability to apply. 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.