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.
If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, Reconciliation | Wellways.
We are looking for a Sleepover Recovery Worker to work in a recovery-oriented program offering support for people experiencing mental health challenges.
This is a part-time chance (5 or 6 nights per fortnight) with access to development / training opportunities.
From $***** per hour + penalty rates + superannuation + salary packaging benefits.
About the opportunity.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support participants engaged in the service and build skilled, trusting relationships and empower them along their journey towards recovery.
The Sleepover Recovery Worker role is integral to the PARC program as it involves working closely with participants to support healthy evening routines whilst at PARC.
As a Sleepover Recovery Worker, you will use your skills to approach situations with a calming lens, have the ability to support people as they wind down for the night or just sit quietly with someone and connect in moments of need.
You will have a good sense of how to address emerging risks and support people through potential distress.
Please download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.
PARCs operate 24/7 and availability to work according to a rotating fortnightly roster, including shifts on weekends, is essential for this role.
Sleepover shifts are active from Sun to Thurs 5:30pm/ Fri & Sat 6:30pm to 12am, then sleepover (with the ability to wake up and convert to active if required)



and active again from 8am - Mon to Fri 9am / Sat & Sun 10am to support early morning routines and provide a handover.
Penalty rates apply for afternoon, evening and weekend hours.
Completion of studies in Mental Health, AOD, Community Services or related field (min Cert 4 or above) or qualifications in a social science (social work, occupational therapy, nursing or psychology).
Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel.
Evidence of the right to work in Australia.
Evidence of, or a willingness to obtain a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check - Employee, NDIS Worker Screening Check and NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
Experience in the field of mental health, community services or disability (highly desirable).
Current first aid certificate (desirable) or willingness to undertake.
About the program
PARCs are located in a community setting and provide an option for people who are becoming unwell, or who are in the early stages of recovery from an acute illness and need a short period of additional support to strengthen their gains from spending time in an inpatient setting and to consolidate their community transition and recovery treatment plans.
The recovery model is the centre of all that we do.
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 $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
Why 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 **** 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.
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.
Contact: Steven Cabral, Program Manager at ******.
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Job Description Summary
North Fitzroy Prevention and Recovery Care (PARC) is a sub-acute, mental health short-stay residential service run in partnership with St Vincent's Hospital.
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.
Applications Close 06/09/2026
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📌 Sleepover Recovery Worker (Melbourne)
🏢 Wellways Australia
📍 Melbourne