CYFE Youth Trainee Program Worker
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5 days ago
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Job Summary
- Exciting Full-Time role based in Burnie TAS till June 2026
- Join a nationally recognised and growing provider of mental health and disability services
- SCHADS 2B (34.58p/h) salary packaging benefits leave loading
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 wed love to hear from you.
About the opportunity
Wellways has programs providing services to the Northwest Tasmania catchment consisting of Wellways to Recovery for people living with mental health challenges Consumer Directed Services Child Youth and Family Engagement (CYFE) and a range of Family and Peer Facilitated Education Programs. The program provides support to all people with a mental illness with an aim to
promote and maintain independent living and skills.
As Program Worker youll provide direct practical support to participants that help them regain keep and improve skills including self-management skills while also supporting participants to identify and nurture natural supports that sustain recovery. You will be responsible for:
- Ensuring people can fully participate in the community and claim their rights as citizens
- Working with families carers and friends to build the skills and resources they need as key
supports and to flourish in their own right - Advocating for and creating communities that actively welcome and value people with mental illness and uphold their rights as equal citizens
You will also need:
- Completed a certificate II or III in Community Services or Youth Work
- Must be 18 years of age or over
- Current valid Drivers License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
- Current Working with Vulnerable People check with NDIS Endorsement
- Right to Work within Australia
- Satisfactory National Police Records Check
About Us
Wellways 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 offer
- A purpose driven culture where people can thrive everyone is respected and differences are valued
- An equitable diverse and socially inclusive work environment
- Salary packaging up to $15899enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent mortgage repayments car leasing
- Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2650 per annum
- Receive 17.5% leave loadingevery time you take annual leave
- Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role we encourage you to contact Kelli Radford on
Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If youd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment click here Reconciliation Wellways
Job Description Summary
Contract End Date
30/06/2026Culture
Were passionate about ourwork whichis enjoyable challenging and rewarding.All ofourteamswork toensure 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 2000 staff members across 93 sites.
Please select Apply below to complete your application.
Applications Close
20/01/2026Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Direct Support
- Behavior Management
- Behavioral Health
- Mediation Experience
- Conflict Management
- Computer Literacy
- Child Protective Services
- Experience with Children
- Medication Administration
- Social Work
- Writing Skills
About Company
Wellways works to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
