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.

• Build a rewarding career with an organisation that truly puts people first!
• SCHADS 3B ($40.05ph)+ Super + Salary Packaging benefits
• Fixed term/22.8hrs pw (till Jun 2026) in Townsville

About the opportunity

Are you passionate about mental health and suicide prevention? Join a dedicated team working to strengthen community connections and improve wellbeing across the Townsville region.

We are seeking a Community Engagement Worker to support the delivery of the region's Suicide Prevention Community Action Plan (SPCAP). Using a collective impact approach, you'll help drive local engagement, build awareness of suicide prevention strategies, and promote access to support services. Strengthen referral pathways for individuals at risk by linking them to appropriate services.

About You:

You are an excellent communicator with a strong understanding of community engagement principles. You're passionate about mental health, proactive in building relationships, and confident working both independently and collaboratively.

Required Compliance:

• Relevant qualifications or commensurate experience in working in the mental health or community services sector, generally Certificate IV or Diploma qualification (Health/Mental Health)
• Right to work within Australia
• 100 points of identification
• Current valid Driver's Licence and the ability to undertake some travel
• Satisfactory National Police Records Check
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children's Check (Employee/PAID)

Deisrable

• Experience in Community Development and/or Suicide Prevention.
• Experience with program planning, development, coordination and delivery.
• Demonstrated experience and or transferable skills/ knowledge in working with people who have experienced suicidality or bereavement

What we offer you

• A purpose-driven, inclusive, and supportive workplace
• Access to salary packaging (up to $15,899 per year) to boost your take-home pay
• Meal and entertainment allowance (up to $2,650 per year)
• 17.5% leave loading on annual leave
• Paid parental leave after 12 months
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Join us, and not only will you find a fulfilling career, but you'll also discover a host of benefits that enrich your personal and professional life. We're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven community where your well-being and success matter most. Your journey towards a better future starts here.

Please click here to download a copy of the position description to see further details relating to this role.

***Please APPLY by submitting your CV and a Cover Letter addressing the key criteria of the role. Please note - this job ad may close prior to the listed closing date***

For further information, please reach out to Service Manager - Natalie White at [email protected]

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.

If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways