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!
• Above award pay rate! SCHADS 5B - ($49.28 - $51.51ph) + superannuation + salary packaging
• Full time opportunity in the Murrumbidgee region, NSW

About the program

The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) and Enhanced Adult Community Living Supports (CLS) programs are NSW government funded initiatives that deliver specialist community based psychosocial support services for people aged 16 years and older, with serious mental illness.

HASI and CLS services are delivered in close partnership with Local Health Districts, with a focus on coordinated and integrated care. HASI and CLS offers people flexible hours and types of support to ensure that support meets a person's current needs and goals. All services are provided within the context of a recovery model and in a way that empowers individuals to live in the community with self-determination and independence. Importantly, services are also provided within the context of a rehabilitation model where people are supported to regain, keep, or improve skills that enable independent living. As such, HASI and CLS programs provide people with hands on, practical support in addition to facilitating and working with other supports.

About the opportunity

Reporting to a Program Manager, Team Leaders perform two distinct roles. Firstly, Team Leaders are Senior Rehabilitation and Recovery Workers who carry a small caseload and contribute to the overall recovery work in a region. In this context, Team Leaders can also be Peer Workers. Secondly, distinct from a Senior Rehabilitation and Recovery Worker, Team Leaders support the day-to-day operations of HASI and CLS programs at the Local Health District or sub-district level. Team Leaders achieve this by:

• Supervising, mentoring and supporting team members to develop their own practice, manage their time and coordinate priorities
• Supporting Program Coordinators and Program Managers with administrative tasks
• Taking responsibility for various functions delegated to them
• Leading special projects

Team Leaders are required to travel across the region, including overnight stays where required.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Completion of the Certificate 4 in Mental Health, Certificate 4 in Mental Health Peer Work or Certificate 4 in Community Services, or be enrolled in and actively working toward completing one of these qualifications
• People leader experience
• A contemporary understanding of mental health issues and recovery orientated mental health practice
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and internet applications
• Right to work within Australia
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children's Check

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, and we cherish the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
• Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that's not just diverse, but also equitable and socially inclusive. We value the rich tapestry of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that our team members bring, and we 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 financial flexibility for you to allocate funds toward things like rent, mortgage payments, or car leasing.
• 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 savor delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, all 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 your holistic health, you and your family have access to our Employee Assistance Program. It's a supportive resource designed to help you navigate life's ups and downs with confidence and resilience.

Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.

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.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Regional Manager - Emma Gilbert at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Living Support Team Leader - Murrumbidgee Region enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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