First Nations Recovery Worker

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.

Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through culturally safe, recovery-focused practice.Build meaningful connections with families, communities and local services.SCHADS Level 3 ($40.49 - $43.42 per hour) + Salary Packaging + Leave loading

First Nations Recovery Worker | Community Living Support (CLS)

Coffs Harbour

Walk alongside people on their recovery journey while strengthening connection to culture, community and wellbeing.

At Wellways, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. As a First Nations Recovery Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing mental health challenges, psychological distress and/or substance use concerns to achieve their goals and live meaningful lives.

Community Living Support (CLS) is a NSW Government-funded program providing person-led, community-based psychosocial support for people aged 16 years and over living with severe mental health challenges. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide culturally safe, recovery-oriented support that empowers participants to build independence, strengthen natural supports and reconnect with culture, family and community.

Full time and Part-time opportunities available

What You'll Be Doing

Provide practical, culturally safe and recovery-focused support to participants in the community.Support people to identify their strengths, aspirations and goals and develop plans that support their recovery journey.Build and strengthen connections with families, communities, services and cultural supports to promote wellbeing and belonging.

What You'll Bring

You are passionate about supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and understand the importance of culture, connection and self-determination in recovery. You bring strong communication and relationship-building skills, a collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to provide practical support that promotes hope, healing and independence. You are confident maintaining accurate records and documentation and are comfortable travelling across the region.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

Support first nations participants to develop and work towards their recovery goals and aspirations.Provide practical, strengths-based support that promotes independence and wellbeing.Foster connections with Country, families, communities and natural support networks.Complete recovery plans, assessments, file notes and program documentation.Travel across the region to meet participant needs

You will also need:

Is acknowledged by First Nations community and leadershipDemonstrated strong connection with First Nations communities and demonstrated strong understanding of the lived experiences of First Nations communities on CountryCertificate IV/Diploma in Mental Health, AOD or tertiary qualification in social science or 1+ year relevant work experience in the Mental Health Sector or Intentional Peer Support Training100 points of identification and Birth Certificate/PassportDrivers LicenceNational Police CheckWorking with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening CheckNDIS Workers Orientation Modules – free online course

What We Will Offer You…

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

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Cherie Caltabiano | Program Manager | caltabiano@wellways.org

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

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

Job Description Summary

Support recovery, culture and community as a First Nations Recovery Worker. Make a real difference through culturally safe, person-led support.

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

23/08/2026