Mental Health Support Worker

2 weeks ago

Ryde, Australia Lavender Disability and Mental Health Service Full time

Job description

The applicant resume must outline expirience related to disability industry and expirience supporting people with mental health conditions.
We are looking for Mental Health support workers to fill out shifts for participants. Shifts are available in various locations (Parramatta, Merrylands, Cherrybrook, Ryde, Harris Park, Blacktown, Hills areas).

The working hours are 3-7 hours per shift, potentially workers can pick up to 25 hours per week, Experience in supporting people with conditions such as mental health, autism spectrum disorders or undertaking courses related to disability industry/mental health/social work/psychology are essential.


Hours of work:


3-7 hours per shift, up to 25 hours per week, flexible hours, various location (Parramatta, Merrylands, Ryde, Cherrybrook, Harris Park, Hills areas).


The responsibilities include:

Providing companionship to participants, accompanying them on social activities, appointments, or other types of events they wish to attend

Transporting clients to and from appointments, recreational activities, or other sites that they required

Assisting client with home-based activities, such as housekeeping, minor cleaning, meal preparation, grocery shopping

Developing skills of interest and daily living skills, such as shopping, meal preparation, taking public transport

Assisting clients to achieve their goals and enhance their independence

Reporting service progression, observation and incident reporting in professional, timely and accurate manner

To successfully perform this role, you will need:
Certificate of Mental Health/Disability or equivalent or willingness to enrol or presently studying related field.

Experience supporting people with autism spectrum disorders, mental health conditions or intellectual disabilities is necessary

Expirience and understanding of risks assessment, incident reporting, progress notes

Understanding and following Work, Health and Safety policies and procedures

Understanding and implementing the concept of professional boundaries and ethical behaviour

Understanding triggers and being familiar with a behaviour support plan (desirable)

Mental Health First Aid (desirable)

Essential requirements:

National Police check

Working With Children Check

First Aid Certification

Australian Driver's License and access to a reliable and insured car

Covid fully vaccination certificate.

About Us


Lavender Disability and Mental Health Service is a registered NDIS provider that delivers support for people who needed it most.

We are a team of experienced support workers, committed to linking our participants to the community by promoting an inclusive environment that focuses on people's independence and the achievement of their goals.

We ensure to sustain dignity and respect by supporting equality and diversity

Job Type:
Casual

Salary:
$ $38.00 per hour

Expected hours:
per week

Schedule:

  • Afternoon shift
  • Day shift
  • Morning shift
  • Shift work
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

  • Do you drive and have a car?
  • Do you live in close proximity to the indicated areas?
  • Do you have relevant qualification?
  • Do you have experience supporting people with mental health conditions?

Work Location:
In person

  • Mental Health/disability Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Better in Home Care Full time

    Immediate start. If you do not have your own vehicle, please do not apply. These clients require community access so a car is a MUST. **WHO ARE WE?** Better In-Home Care provides disability, mental health & Senior care services to people who need assistance to achieve their aspirations and inclusion in the community. We operate services to support people...

  • Mental Health/disability Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Better in Home Care Full time

    Immediate start. If you do not have your own vehicle, please do not apply. These clients require community access so a car is a MUST. **WHO ARE WE?** Better In-Home Care provides disability, mental health & Senior care services to people who need assistance to achieve their aspirations and inclusion in the community. We operate services to support people...

  • Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Advantage Healthcare Support Nursing Agency Full time

    Do you enjoy helping people and making their lives better? Do you enjoy the outdoors and socializing? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! We are currently looking for empathetic, fun, caring and outgoing people to join our diverse driving team to assist our NDIS clients in their daily outings and appointments. **About us**: At AHS, we...

  • Community Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    North Ryde, Australia New Horizons For Health Full time

    **Community Support Worker ( Mental Health) - FT** Requestion ID: req6320 Employment Type: Max-Term Contract **We have an exciting** **Full-time Community Support Worker** **( Mental Health) with a Max Term until December 2023, opportunity available in our HASI HUB.** *** The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is a state wide program...

  • Support Worker/assistant in Nursing

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Advantage Healthcare Support Nursing Agency Full time

    **About the Job**: Do you enjoy helping people and making their lives better? Do you enjoy the outdoors and socializing? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! We are currently looking for empathetic, fun, caring and outgoing people to join our diverse driving team to assist our NDIS clients in their daily outings and...

  • Community Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia New Horizons For Health Full time

    Community Support Worker ( Mental Health) - FTRequestion ID: req6320Employment Type: Max-Term ContractWe have an excitingFull-time Community Support Worker( Mental Health) with a Max Term until December 2023, opportunity available in our HASI HUB.***The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is a state wide program that supports people with a...

  • Peer Community Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    North Ryde, Australia New Horizons For Health Full time

    Peer Community Support Worker - FT - North Ryde **We have an exciting Full-time Peer Community Support Worker ( Mental Health) opportunity available in our HASI HUB, based in our North Ryde office.** The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is a state wide program that supports people with a severe mental illness to live and recover in the...

  • Support Worker/assistant in Nursing

    2 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Advantage Healthcare Support Nursing Agency Full time

    About the Job:Do you enjoy helping people and making their lives better? Do you enjoy the outdoors and socializing? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from youWe are currently looking for empathetic, fun, caring and outgoing people to join our diverse driving team to assist our NDIS clients in their daily outings and appointments.About us:At AHS,...

  • Ndis Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Cality Care Full time

    We are currently seeking a committed and reliable Casual support worker to assist clients based in the Ryde area with in home care, Social support and Community Access. Proven experience with challenging behaviours, and working with clients who have complex mental health conditions/ PTSD is essential for this role. Weekdays and Weekends AM & PM shifts....

  • Ndis Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Cality Care Full time

    We are currently seeking a committed and reliable Casual support worker to assist clients based in the Ryde area with in home care, Social support and Community Access. Proven experience with challenging behaviours, and working with clients who have complex mental health conditions/ PTSD is essential for this role. Weekdays and Weekends AM & PM shifts....

  • Ndis Support Worker

    7 days ago

    Ryde, Australia Cality Care Full time

    We are currently seeking a committed and reliable Casual support worker to assist clients based in the Ryde area with in home care, Social support and Community Access. Proven experience with challenging behaviours, and working with clients who have complex mental health conditions/ PTSD is essential for this role. Weekdays and Weekends AM & PM shifts....

  • Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Disability Services Australia Full time

    We are seeking reliable Disability Support Workers to join our team to support people with a disability living in our specialist disability accommodation in **Ryde.** **What's in it for you?** - Flexible roster pattern to enable a healthy work-life balance - Regular casual shifts available - Pay rates starting from $38.08 per hour (casual) plus super -...

  • Peer Community Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia New Horizons For Health Full time

    Peer Community Support Worker - FT - North RydeWe have an exciting Full-time Peer Community Support Worker ( Mental Health) opportunity available in our HASI HUB, based in our North Ryde office.The Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI) is a state wide program that supports people with a severe mental illness to live and recover in the community...

  • Disability Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Riverlands Disability Support Full time

    _Role_RDS are currently seeking experienced Disability Support workers who are genuine in their desire to help others live their best life, people who are enthusiastic, can work independently and in a team.You will be providing support for women only share homes in the Ryde area and surrounding suburbs.Shifts will include mainly morning and day shifts with...

  • Disability Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Riverlands Disability Support Full time

    _**Role**_ RDS are currently seeking experienced Disability Support workers who are genuine in their desire to help others live their best life, people who are enthusiastic, can work independently and in a team. You will be providing support for share homes in the Ryde area and surrounding suburbs. Shifts will include mainly morning and day shifts with...

  • Disability Support Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Australian Disability Health Services Full time

    **Disability Support Worker** Australian Disability Health Services is an organisation helping to support people with physical or intellectual disabilities. A leading provider of care in Australia, we have a reputation for providing our clients with support in an understanding, flexible and empathetic way. Australian Disability Health Services is currently...

  • Disability Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Ezy care pty ltd Full time

    Your new company At Ezy Care, we have been making a difference by supporting people with disability and/or mental health challenges to achieve their goals and to live an independent life. We provide quality, person-centred support and want you to join us and help our clients get more out of life! Your new role In this role as Disability Support Worker,...

  • Disability Support Worker

    3 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Ezy care pty ltd Full time

    Your new company At Ezy Care, we have been making a difference by supporting people with disability and/or mental health challenges to achieve their goals and to live an independent life. We provide quality, person-centred support and want you to join us and help our clients get more out of life! Your new role In this role as Disability Support Worker,...

  • Disability Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Australian Disability Health Services Full time

    Disability Support WorkerAustralian Disability Health Services is an organisation helping to support people with physical or intellectual disabilities. A leading provider of care in Australia, we have a reputation for providing our clients with support in an understanding, flexible and empathetic way.Australian Disability Health Services is currently seeking...

  • Recovery Coach

    4 weeks ago

    Ryde, Australia Recovery Plus Support Full time

    Recovery Plus Support, an innovative presence in the NDIS Recovery Coaching space! Step forward now and become a part of the driving force behind our mission to empower NDIS Participants through their individual recovery journey. This is done through our program that is designed to assist participants in progressing and achieving their NDIS goals, which...