Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Worker

Youth Mental Health Wellbeing Worker

For all people in Australia living with mental health and wellbeing challenges to live a life that is meaningful to them.

Position Details

• Part-Time (0.8FTE), Permanent Position
• Classification: SCHADS Level 3 with a salary range of $76,451 - $81,984 per annum pro rata + Superannuation
• Salary packaging arrangements providing tax benefits available for living and entertainment expenses increasing your take home income where part of your wage is paid tax free each pay, savings thousands in tax each year
• Location: Noble Park. VIC

About your new role

Neami’s Youth Outreach Recovery Support Service (YORS) and Youth Residential Recovery Service (YRRS) provide flexible, relational psychosocial support for young people aged 16–25 who are experiencing mental ill-health and other complex challenges. Grounded in developmentally informed, trauma-aware, and collaborative relational practice, the services focus on strengthening wellbeing, confidence and a young person’s sense of safety, possibility, and connection.

Support is offered through individual engagement, shared activities and relational group work that foster belonging and opportunities for growth. Each young person’s goals, identity and circumstances are recognised as unique. Workers tailor support through flexibility, creativity, and curiosity, supporting young people explore what matters to them and move towards roles, routines and relationships that feel meaningful.

YORS and YRRS also assist young people to navigate education, training, employment, daily living skills and participation in their community. Staff collaborate closely with young people, their families and supporters, and partner agencies to provide coordinated, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate support that centres young people’s voice, choice and autonomy.

Core duties

• Provide direct psychosocial support to young people experiencing mental health concerns and complex issues within a therapeutic environment
• Promote individual goals, strengths, choice and empowerment
• Engage consumers and develop trusting and professional relationships
• Work closely with clinical case managers and community partners to deliver the best possible comprehensive service to consumers
• Follow all WH&S procedures to ensure safe work practices especially in the area of safety in outreach work

What you bring to the role

• Minimum Cert IV in a related field and/or equivalent experience working in a relevant setting.
• A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to obtain First Aid Certification upon commencement
• Relevant experience in a similar role or transferable skills
• Knowledge of complex mental health and drug and alcohol issues
• Strong emotional resilience including the ability to sit with discomfort, distress and people in crisis.
• Strong computer literacy and written communication skills.
• National Criminal History Check (police check) – disclosable outcomes considered
• Current Working with Children Check – required before commencement of work
• Current Australian drivers licence
• Australian working rights

What will Neami offer in return?

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave, Gratis Leave and Wellness leave
• Professional development through regular practice development sessions and coaching with your supervisor
• Ongoing extensive in-house Learning and Development programs to encourage learning and skill-building
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through TELUS - providing holistic health and wellness supports and resources to Neami staff and their immediate family
• Flexible work arrangements are available for maintaining your work-life balance.
• Fitness Passport Membership to support your health and wellbeing (available in most states/Territories and subject to minimum working hours and/or length of service)

How to apply

The terms and conditions of the role are listed in the attached position description (please select paperclip icon).

To apply for this position, please:

• Click the 'Apply' button where you will need to create a username and password
• Upload your resume and cover letter

f you have any further questions regarding this role which are not addressed in the job advertisement or position description, or if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact:

Felipe Barahona, Service Manager – felipe.barahona@neaminational.org.au

Applications Close: 29 March 2026

Be Yourself -Neami values and celebrates diversity including multidisciplinary teams and the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that is accessible, inclusive and reflects the community in which we live. Neami is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We commit to providing accessible and safe physical and online environments for all children and young people. Click Here for full statement.