Build & Bridge Team Leader

• •Full time, ongoing role in Bairnsdale
• •Driving Success Through Leadership and Support of the Build and Bridge Team
• •$58.37 – 60.95 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.

You will need:

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 7000 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 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

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Lee Brien, on LBrien@wellways.org

Once you APPLY click her for a copy of the position description

Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.

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

Job Description Summary

The Build and Bridge Team Leader, employed by Wellways, is responsible for the leadership and management of the Build and Bridge team. This role requires a skilled people leader with experience in effectively leading teams and building a consumer and community led, inclusive, and values driven culture. The Build and Bridge Team Leader is a key role within the Local Service Leadership Group and reports to the Operations Manager.

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. W e 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.

How to Apply

This is your opportunity to join a values based, growing, innovative and nationally recognised organisation with over 2,000 staff members across 93 sites.

Please select "Apply" below to complete your application.

Applications Close

22/11/2026