Recovery Worker – Community Living Support (CLS)
Join a collaborative team making a meaningful difference in communities in Katoomba Support people experiencing mental health challenges to achieve their recovery goals and build independence. SCHADS Level 3 ($***** - $*****per hour) + Salary Packaging + 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, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Opportunity
Community Living Support (CLS) is a NSW Government-funded initiative providing individually tailored, person-led psychosocial support to people aged 16 years and over who experience severe mental health challenges. Working within a recovery-oriented framework, CLS supports people to build skills, strengthen social connections and achieve their personal goals through practical, flexible and community-based support.
Key Responsibilities
Support participants to develop and work towards their recovery goals and aspirations.
Provide practical, strengths-based support that promotes independence and wellbeing.
Foster connections with families, communities and natural support networks.
Complete recovery plans, assessments, file notes and program documentation.
Collaborate with colleagues and external stakeholders to deliver coordinated support.
Travel across the region to meet participant needs.
About You
You will be passionate about supporting people experiencing mental health challenges and committed to person-led,



recovery-focused practice. Provide practical, strengths-based support tailored to individual goals and needs and facilitate programs and promote hope, recovery and self-determination. You will work collaboratively with participants, families, communities and partner services.
Completion of the Certificate 4 in Mental Health, Certificate 4 in Mental Health, Peer Work or Certificate 4 in Community Services, or be enrolled in and actively working toward completing one of these qualifications
100 points of identification
Evidence of right to work in Australia
Drivers Licence
National Police Check
International Police (if required)
Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
NDIS 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 valued
Paid Cultural Leave
An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
Salary 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 leasing
Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
Receive 17.5% leave loading every 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
Job Description Summary
Support people on their recovery journey through practical, community-based mental health support that builds independence and wellbeing.
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.
Application Close
09/08/2026
Wellways is a leading not-for-profit mental health and disability support organisation operating in Queensland, Recent South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria and Tasmania. Our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than **** people each year. Our **** staff work to create an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential. We connect people, strengthen families and transform communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. Our Practice Principles guide how we work and interact with participants and partners, with our colleagues and within our communities. To see our Practice Principles poster visit 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.
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📌 Recovery Worker (Sydney)
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