Full time, ongoing role in Bairnsdale
Driving Success Through Leadership and Support of the Build and Bridge Team
$************* phr (SCHADS Level 6B) + Leave loading + Salary packaging
At Wellways, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.
We warmly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with lived experience of mental health challenges or disability, people from multicultural backgrounds, and people who identify as LGBTIQA+.
We recognise that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen our workforce and the communities we support.
About this Program
The Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals are an important part of Victoria's reformed mental health and wellbeing system.
The Victorian Government has committed to establishing 50 Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals.
In East Gippsland, Wellways, La Trobe Regional Health and Gippsland Lakes Complete Health are working together to offer an easy way to access care and support for people aged 26 years and over who are experiencing mental health concerns – including people with co-occurring alcohol and drug support and care needs and their family, carers, and supporters.
This service will make it easier for the participant to access the support they need, closer to home and family, carers, and support networks.
About this Opportunity
As the Build and Bridge Team Leader at Wellways, you will provide inspiring leadership and support to a dedicated team, fostering an inclusive, consumer- and community-led, and values-driven culture.
You will play a key role in the Local Service Leadership Group, leading the team to deliver meaningful outcomes for participants, supporting people on their mental health and recovery journeys, and strengthening awareness of the East Gippsland Mental Health and Wellbeing Local.
You will champion community connection and inclusion by building strong relationships,



leading outreach initiatives and creating opportunities to engage with people and communities who may face barriers to accessing support.
Working alongside individuals, community groups and local services, you will help build capacity, strengthen connections and promote healthy, empowered communities.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to Victoria's ongoing mental health reform and help shape a service system where choice, connection and community-led care are at the heart of everything we do.
Key Requirements
Relevant tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated experience
Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
Right to Work within Australia
Satisfactory National Police Record Check (valid within the last 12 months)
NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
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 **** 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 setting
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
Applications
Applications Close 22/11/2026
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📌 Build & Bridge Team Leader (Bairnsdale)
🏢 Wellways Australia
📍 Bairnsdale