Recovery and Rehabilitation Program Worker - Prevention and Recovery C

• Casual opportunity based in Frankston
• Rewarding role in a residential setting, facilitating and supporting independent living
• Access to ongoing support and development opportunities
• Attractive Salary Packaging Benefits

About this opportunity

The Adult Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) program is a 10-bed facility, located in Beach Street, Frankston. The length of stay is up to 28 days and service delivery is in partnership with Peninsula Health. PARC is a step up, step down facility that provides psychosocial support at the earlier stages of relapse and to prevent the need for hospitalisation.

Clinical intervention is provided to PARC through Peninsula Health Mental Health Services. The program is staffed 24/7 and includes day, afternoon and sleepover shifts to facilitate the development of skills for independent living as part of an individual's recovery journey.

As a Program Worker, you will work within the psychosocial rehabilitation model to support our participants in various practical ways to develop and maintain skills with daily living, access services and encourage social inclusion within the community. You will facilitate and assist individuals to develop skills for independent living as part of their recovery journey.

About You

As the ideal candidate, you will possess the following:

• Relevant Tertiary qualifications (Minimum Cert IV) in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience and skills in working with people with serious mental illness/disorder who may also experience associated risk factors
• Experience working in a residential setting within mental health is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a way that ensures maximum participation of participants
• An ability to establish effective partnerships including liaison, mediation, negotiation and consultation
• A current valid Driver's License
• A satisfactory Police Records Check and Working With Children Check, prior to commencement (or willing to obtain)

About Wellways

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.

How to apply

To apply and to download a copy of the position description please visit our Careers page (wellways.org/careers-wellways).

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Tina Lambert - Coordinator, Prevention and Recovery Care on .

Applications close Friday, 6 July 2018, 10:00pm

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.