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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, wed love to hear from you.Full time ongoing opportunity based in Wagga Wagga, NSWSCHADS 3B ($38.42 ph) + 17.5% Leave Loading + Salary Packaging!Join us in supporting individuals to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in their own community!About this opportunityAs a Rehabilitation and Recovery Worker, you will provide direct, practical support to participants that help them regain, keep, and improve skills, including self-management skills, while also supporting participants to identify and nurture natural supports that sustain recovery. Essential to sustaining natural supports is that Rehabilitation and Recovery Workers work not just with individuals, but also with families and communities.Rehabilitation and Recovery Workers walk alongside participants, supporting participants to identify their hopes, aspirations and goals, and work together to develop recovery plans that help participants achieve their goals. Additionally, you will be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly data entry and maintaining file notes, as well as various program documentation such as recovery assessments and plans, risk assessments, referral documentation and more.So what do you need?Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in working in a support role for people with a mental illness, generally a tertiary level qualification in Mental Health or Community ServicesCurrent valid Drivers License and the ability to undertake travel for the roleSatisfactory Police Records Check [less than 12 months old]Working with Children CheckNDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate - free online courseNDIS Worker Screening CheckWhat Wellways will offer you.Wellways supports inclusivity and were proud that our workplace is a place where everyone can imagine and achieve their goals and reach their fullest potential. This is your opportunity to join a nationally recognised organisation with over 18,000 peopleacross 100+ sites and gain access to ongoing support and opportunity for career development.We are invested in your professional development and will support you in fulfilling your career ambitionsSalary packaging up to $15,899enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasingMeal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2650 per annumReceive 17.5% leave loadingevery time you take a break from workPaid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employmentAccess for you and your family to Employee Assistance ProgramA positive, culturally safe and inclusive workplaceFor a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Louise Benson | lbenson@wellways.orgOnce you APPLY please click here for a copy of the position descriptionWellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.Job Description SummaryThe 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.Rehabilitation and Recovery Workers provide direct, practical support to participants that help them regain, keep, and improve skills, including self-management skills, while also supporting participants to identify and nurture natural supports that sustain recovery. Essential to sustaining natural supports is that Rehabilitation and Recovery Workers work not just with individuals, but also with families and communities.CultureWere passionate about ourwork, whichis enjoyable, challenging and rewarding.All ofourteamswork toensure 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 ApplyThis is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.Applications Close19/08/2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr