Community Disability Worker

7 months ago

Joondalup, Australia BCOGNITIVE PTY LTD Full time

**MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKER**

**The NON NEGOTIABLES**
- Relevant Qualifications in either Aged Care, Disability or relevant field
- Clearance checks (AFP, NDIS Worker or Working with Children
- Reliable car
- Comprehensive Insurance
- Ability to work 3 hour shifts (we try and combine two shifts to get 6 hours)
- Willingness to travel up to 45 minutes (we pay for 30 minutes of travel + kilometers)
- Some weekday availability
- Comfortable visiting clients in their own homes.
- Ability to communicate and plan ahead.

**Applications without a cover letter addressing the above will not be considered**

**BCOGNITIVE **prides itself on its reputation for managing complex mental health clients whilst delivering service excellence. We are a growing company and continue to expand our mental health-related services. We cater to people with disabilities of varying age groups, and our goal is to provide high-quality services to enhance people’s lifestyles through a Person-Centred, Active Support approach using every available daily opportunity to promote people’s life.

Our Vision is to provide innovative and flexible high-quality support that will genuinely enhance the lives of people with disabilities, their families, and the community.

**Who we are after**
- Do you have a 3 in Community Services / Mental Health (or similar) (or higher)
- Are you looking for short shifts (usually 3 hours per client)?
- Are you a problem solver?
- Do you like flexible work where no two days are the same?
- Do you love being outdoors and enjoy doing fun activities?
- Do you have an interest in working with people with psychosocial disabilities?
- Do you enjoy driving?
- Are you comfortable visiting clients in their own homes?

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**

We seek friendly, energetic individuals looking for a rewarding role as an entry-level Mental Health Support Workers (Mental Health).

It is the perfect second or student job where you can work as many hours as you want per week. The role is casual with a generous base salary.

Hours range from 3 - 21 hours a week, depending on your availability and preferences, shifts are 2-4 hours on average.

Our clients need reliable and consistent support workers. You must be available at least 3 days on an ongoing basis. Our clients require reliable and consistent support each week.

We are big supporters of the LGBTQIA+ community and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We support adults and young people with disability, older people and those who just need some help around the house, or out-and-about, or even on holidays. We provide social support and therapy assistance for mental health recovery as well.

**Duties Include**:

- Providing social support to people with disabilities and people recovering from mental health related issues
- Assist people with physical and psycho-social disabilities to remain independent in their own homes.
- Assisting with light housework, vacuuming, mopping, kitchen, bathroom.
- Running errands and helping people with daily life tasks.
- Assist people to get out and about in the community.
- Hanging out and making plans to try new thing.
- Help with cooking and doing dishes, planning meals, groceries.
- Keeping clients company providing positive social support and building confidence.
- Reviewing and updating care support plans.

At **BCOGNITIVE**, we believe that by supporting our workers to thrive, they will deliver the best support to our customers, and that why the team is led by qualified mental health professionals who offer training, support and team meetings throughout your employment with us. Unlike other service providers and online platforms, we won't send you anywhere without a proper risk assessment and careful matching with customers.

We take your work, health and safety seriously, we provide regular face-to-face support and check-in phone calls to make sure you are well supported.

MANDATORY Requirements (must have or commence process before applying):

- Minimum of a Certificate III or IV in Community Services / Mental Health (or similar) is essential
- NDIS Worker Check
- Current 1st Aid Certificate & CPR
- Covid-19 vaccination certificate (plus booster when eligible)
- Own a reliable vehicle or access to a vehicle to drive clients places and run errands
- NDIS Supporting Effective Communication and Worker Orientation Modules (Online)
- Excellent communication skills
- Full driver’s license
- Reliable, responsible attitude towards work (available at least 3 days each week/2 weekdays and weekends)
- Access to the internet for rosters and client reporting

Desirable:

- Lived experience of disability or mental health
- Knowledge of and commitment to working in a person-centred, recovery-oriented approach
- The ability to remain calm in a crisis and respond appropriately
- Ability to relate to a range of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Please note that all successful applicants will be required to obt

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