Be part of the reformed mental health and wellbeing system in VictoriaRewarding opportunity to ensure that everyone in our community is supported and includedFrom $43.08 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + generous salary packaging benefitsWellways 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.About The OpportunityThe Mental Health and Wellbeing Local is community-led and integrated through partnership that shares power, creating a responsive, flexible, and helpful service.Working together, Wellways, Eastern Health, Inspiro Health and Oonah will provide a range of support and therapies specific to what the community needs, whenever and wherever they are needed. Lived experience, inclusivity and partnership will underpin all our work. This is a new way of doing things and creates an amazing opportunity to drive much-needed mental health improvements for our communities.We are looking for a passionate individual to engage with stakeholders and support co-design initiatives to improve the Mental Health and Wellbeing Local service. As our new Community Engagement and Inclusion Worker, you will be participating in community outreach, collaborating on solution design, facilitating social prescriptions, and connecting individuals with training and employment opportunities. The position also involves working closely with internal teams to enhance participant engagement and overall wellbeing.An opportunity exists for this role to being a part time (from 0.6FTE, equivalent to 3 days per week) or a full-time role for the right candidate to fit your best work / life balance. Pro rata salary would apply for part time employment.About YouYou will share our passion for making a difference in our community, have a deep understanding of mental health, addiction, and other co-occurring presentations, and will be able to engage with diverse services and participants.You will have strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to advocate for service participants by fostering an environment where diversity is celebrated, and participants can engage in activities which support their personal goals.You will have:Minimum Certificate IV in Community Services and/or related field.Minimum 2 years working in a community health or health promotion setting.Previous experience in community engagement, peer work, or a similar role.Evidence of Right to Work in AustraliaAustralian Driver LicenceNational Police Check, Working with Children Check or NDIS Worker Screening Check or are willing to obtainNDIS Worker Orientation Module completion certificate – free online courseOpenness to working across different locations within the Yarra Ranges communityLived or living experience as a consumer, family member or carer of someone experiencing mental illness and or substance use challenges is highly desirableAbout UsWellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.What We OfferA purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valuedAn equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environmentSalary 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 leasingMeal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annumReceive 17.5% leave loading every time you take annual leavePaid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employmentAccess for you and your family to our Employee Assistance ProgramFor a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Matt Riley, Team Leader - Building Community Capacity on 0400 901 855.Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | WellwaysJob Description SummaryThe Community Engagement & Inclusion Worker will utilise their specialised expertise to engage with diverse stakeholders and support co-design and co-production initiatives to ensure a local focus for the Mental Health and Wellbeing Local in the Yarra Ranges region. The activities of this role contribute to enhancing the mental health and wellbeing of individuals accessing services at the Local.CultureWe’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 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 Close27/04/2025