Sleepover Recovery Worker at Wellways Australia

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

41.45

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental Health Support, Disability Support, Recovery Oriented Practice, Group Program Delivery, Daily Living Assistance, Risk Assessment, Distress Support, Relationship Building, Social Inclusion, Cultural Diversity Awareness, LGBTIQA+ Inclusivity, First Nations Engagement, Active Listening, Calming Approach

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

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. If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways Work in a recovery-oriented program offering support for people experiencing mental health challenges Permanent part time (equiv. 37.5 hrs per fortnight) role with access to development / training opportunities $38.65 - $41.45 (SCHADS Level 3) + penalty rates + superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits About the opportunity We are currently seeking internal expressions of interest to join our team on a part time basis to work 5 shifts a fortnight, including 4 sleepovers and 1 day shift. The Sleepover Recovery Worker role is integral to the PARC program as it involves working closely with participants to support healthy evening routines whilst at PARC. As a Sleepover Recovery Worker, you will use your skills to approach situations with a calming lens, have the ability to support people as they wind down for the night or just sit quietly with someone and connect in moments of need. You will have a good sense of how to address emerging risks and support people through potential distress. Sleepover shifts are active from 5pm to 11pm, then inactive sleepover (with the ability to wake up and convert to active if required) and active again from 7am –9am to support early morning routines and handover. The areas of responsibility for this role include but are not limited to: Engage participants and developing professional and trusting relationships Participation in the delivery and support of the PARC group program and responsibility for at least one agreed group activity per week Assistance for participants with activities of daily living Provide direct practical support to participants to attain the skills required to meet the goals identified to ensure social inclusion Encourage linkages into a range of activities to support achievement of goals, including all other Wellways services Fortnight Roster (Week 1 - Tuesday and Thursday sleepover shifts, Sunday AM shift; Week 2 - Mon and Tue AM shifts), totalling 37.5 hours a fortnight. Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role. If you are interested in this opportunity, please express your interest before the closing date. About the program PARC programs are collaborative services between Wellways and Melbourne Health through its division North Western Mental Health service (NWMH). It is a step up, step down short stay residence that provides clinical and psychosocial support to participants, to prevent the need for hospitalization or after an inpatient stay to support ongoing recovery. Our multidisciplinary recovery teams are creative, motivated and focused on ensuring positive experiences for participants and their loved ones. 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. What do you need? Minimum Certificate IV in Mental Health, AOD or Disability OR Tertiary qualification in social science or related discipline 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 License and the ability to undertake some travel Evidence of the right to work in Australia Evidence of, or a willingness to undergo a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check-Employment and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Amanjot Sandhu on 0481 477 480 or email asandhu1@wellways.org. (We encourage early applications as successful applicants may be contacted prior to closing date) 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. Job Description Summary The Sleepover Recovery Worker role is integral to the PARC program as they work closely with participants to support healthy evening routines whilst at PARC. 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 This 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 Close 01/03/2026 Wellways is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation operating in Queensland, New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year. Our 2000 staff work to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We connect people, strengthen families and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. Our Practice Principles guide how we work and interact with participants and partners, with our colleagues and within our communities. To see our Practice Principles poster visit https://media.wellways.org/inline-files/ww383_Practice_Principles.pdf 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 kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us.

Responsibilities

The Sleepover Recovery Worker supports participants in the PARC program by assisting with healthy evening routines, connecting with individuals during times of need, and addressing emerging risks. Responsibilities also include engaging participants, delivering agreed group activities, assisting with daily living activities, and encouraging linkages to external activities for social inclusion.