Senior Peer Wellbeing Navigator

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.
Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!Up to $51.51 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging benefitsFull time opportunity based in Dubbo, NSW
About The Opportunity
Drawing upon your real-life experience, coupled with skills learned through education and training, the Senior Peer Wellbeing Navigator will lead a team of Peers to support and represent people impacted by mental health challenges, psychological distress and substance use or addiction.
This role will work with other disciplines to instil hope through positive self-disclosure and positive role modelling, offering practical ways of overcoming day-to-day barriers and by challenging each other to try new things.
Main responsibilities of the role include:
Providing leadership, coaching and supervisionSatisfy reporting requirementsProviding intentional peer supportProviding one on one service navigation and care planningFacilitating group sessionsCapacity buildingSupport engagement with clinical supports. The position may also carry a small caseload of participants, as needed, providing service navigation.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
Personal experience of mental health challenges and recovery, accessing and navigating health care services, including mental health services and a willingness to draw upon your experiences and recovery journey to inform your workCert IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or related field or tertiary qualification in social science or 1+ year relevant work experience in mental health sector or International Peer Support TrainingRight to work within AustraliaCurrent valid Driver’s Licence and the ability to undertake some travelNDIS Worker Orientation Module CertificateSatisfactory National Police Records CheckNDIS Worker Screening CheckWorking with Children's Check
What We Offer
A 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 Program
Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.
For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Denise Watmore | dwatmore@wellways.org
Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.
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.
If you’d like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways
Job Description Summary
Lead a team of Peers to support and represent people impacted by mental health challenges, psychological distress and substance use or addiction.
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.
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Applications Close
29/05/2025