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HASI Support Worker - Lismore

Wellways Australia
  • Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI)
  • Exciting Full-time Fixed Term opportunity available till 30th June 2022 based in Lismore
  • $29.12 per hour (SCHADS Schedule B - Level 2.1) + 10% Super + Salary packaging benefits up to $15,899 + 17.5% Leave loading
  • Thought about providing Mental Health support and assistance to those in need?

We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Support Worker to work from our Lismore branch here at Wellways Australia. If you are passionate about making a difference in someone's life and are looking for your next rewarding career, then this is perfect opportunity for you!

About the program

The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is designed to work with participants to address key areas that support people who have mental health issues so they can maintain successful tenancies and participate in their communities. Using Wellways' Community Recovery Model, the Support Worker will provide practical support to people with a mental illness through the Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative and work with participants to address key areas that support the development of decision making skills, social skills, independent living skills, community access, healthy lifestyle, self-identity, self-esteem and resilience.

A key outcome of the program will be supporting the participant to identify and nurture natural supports that sustain recovery, and to assist in the development of self-management skills.

Using Wellways' Community Recovery Model, the Support Worker will provide intensive support to people with a mental illness through the Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative.

About the role

In this role as Mental Health Support Worker, you will provide practical support to people with a mental illness through the Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative. You will work with participants to address key areas that support the development of decision making skills, social skills, independent living skills, community access, healthy lifestyle, self-identity, self-esteem and resilience.

Your flexibility to work a fortnightly rotating roster is critical to this role. Previous experience working within Aboriginal/Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities and/or understanding of Aboriginal/CALD communities, both socially and culturally, will be highly regarded.

What do you need?

  • Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in working in a support role for people with a mental illness, generally a Certificate III qualification or above
  • Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
  • Satisfactory Police Records Check [less than 12 months old]
  • Right to work within Australia
  • First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one
  • NSW Working with Children Check, prior to commencement
  • NDIS Workers Screening Check, prior to commencement
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate is mandatory prior to commencement
  • Evidence of full COVID vaccination or valid medical exemption

In return, you will:

  • Be provided with ongoing support and development opportunities
  • Work within a friendly, supportive and like-minded team sharing the same values and passion for working with people
  • Have access to employee benefits such as learning and development opportunities and access to our Employee Assistance Program

About Wellways

Our Values: Honesty, Acceptance, Fairness, Commitment, Participation

Wellways Australia is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to ensuring all Australians lead active and fulfilling lives in their community. We work with individuals, families and the community to help them imagine and achieve better lives. We advocate for change to make sure people can access the best possible care and information when they need it. We provide a wide range of services and assistance for people with mental health issues, disabilities, youth and older Australians and those requiring community care.

Individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer, are encouraged to apply!

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Sammy Ibrahim, Program Coordinator on 0448 642 415

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

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

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

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