• Part time (3 days per week), Fixed term contract until June 2027
• Join a collaborative team focused on recovery, wellbeing and inclusion
• SCHADS Level 3B ($40.49 – 43.42 per hour) + Salary Packaging + Leave loading

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.

Recovery Worker – Youth Transitional Care Program
Newcastle

Help young people move forward, build confidence and create the future they want.

Make a real difference every day

As a Recovery Worker with Wellways’ Youth Transitional Care Program, you’ll make a genuine difference in the lives of young people experiencing mental health challenges. You will walk alongside participants from referral through to ongoing support, helping them build skills, strengthen connections and access the services and opportunities they need to thrive.

This is a hands on role where no two days are the same. You will provide practical, recovery-focused support, advocate for young people’s rights and work alongside families, carers, friends, community organisations and other services to build strong networks of support.

What you'll be doing

• Build trusting relationships with young people and support them to achieve their goals.
• Provide practical, strengths-based and recovery-focused support.
• Help young people navigate health, community and other support services.
• Work alongside families, carers, friends and kin to strengthen natural supports.
• Advocate for inclusion, equality and the rights of young people.
• Connect with community services and partners to create better outcomes.
• Work collaboratively as part of an integrated Wellways team.
• Maintain accurate case notes, assessments, plans, risk documentation and program data.

You’re passionate about working alongside young people and believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and connected life. You will have strong relationship-building skills, a collaborative approach and the confidence to navigate complex situations and connect people with the right supports.

Most importantly, you will bring empathy, energy and a belief in the potential of every young person.

You will also need:

• A contemporary understanding of mental health issues and recovery orientated mental health practice
• Completion of the Certificate 4 in Mental Health, Certificate 4 in Community Services, or equivalent practical experience.
• Current valid Driver Licence
• Current Car Insurance and Registration
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Satisfactory Police Records Check
• Certificate of Completion – NDIS Worker Orientation Module - free online course
• Right to Work within Australia and 100 Points of ID

What we will offer you…

• Flexible roster with a variety of shifts available
• Ongoing training and participant-specific skill development
• A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
• Paid Cultural Leave (where applicable)
• 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
• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
• 17.5% Leave Loading when you take annual leave
• Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Jenna Katchel |Team Leader | jkatchel@wellways.org

Please ensure you submit your updated Resume along with a Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience.

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We encourage early applications as interviews may begin prior to advertising closing date.

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people.  Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

Short Summary

Support young people to build confidence, strengthen connections and create brighter futures through practical, recovery-focused support.

Job Description Summary

Part time, short term contract supporting young people to build confidence, strengthen connections and create brighter futures through practical, recovery-focused support.

Contract End Date

30/06/2027

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

Applications Close

23/08/2026