Mental Health Support Worker

2 weeks ago


Adelaide Region SA, Australia Care & Connects Full time

Mental Health Support Worker

About Us
Care & Connects is an NDIS registered provider who provide 'Person centred' care. We are seeking experienced Mental Health Support Workers to join our growing team.

At Care & Connects, we value our employees.

Some benefits of working with us include:

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Career progression
  • Learning and Development opportunities
  • Short and Long shifts over a 24/7 roster to suit your current commitments

About you


You have a passion and genuine desire to help and assist individuals with mental health disabilities to improve their quality of life and reach their potential.

You have a good understanding of the NDIS and a commitment to its principles.

Selection Criteria
To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who has a Certificate III/IV in Mental Health

Availability to work both short and long shifts across a 24/7 roster.

  • Experience in Mental Health and/or via a caring role for at least 6 months
  • MUST HAVE experience supporting people with mental health, intellectual disability, challenging behaviors, trauma, PTSD, suicide ideation, Autism, conflict resolution, medication & positive support plans.
  • Experience and understanding the impact of mental illness on a person's life, their families, and children (particularly people with complex needs and high levels of disadvantage)
  • Provide emotional and practical support to participants with mental health challenges.
  • Assist participants with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management in line with NDIS plans
  • Collaborate with co support workers to develop and implement care plans that meet the individual needs of participants.
  • Monitor participant's progress and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate authorities
  • Provide crisis intervention and support to participants in crisis.
  • Maintain accurate and uptodate records and documentation.
  • Adhere to all relevant policies and procedures, including health and safety, confidentiality, and participant's rights

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