Support Worker/carer

4 days ago


Gawler, Australia National Disability and Community Services Full time

National Disability and Community Services (NDCS) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Mental Health Worker to join our team. As a Mental Health Worker, you will be responsible for providing support and assistance to clients with mental health issues in a community setting.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide emotional support and counseling to clients with mental health issues.
- Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Monitor and document clients' progress and report any significant changes to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Coordinate with other members of the healthcare team to ensure that clients receive comprehensive care.
- Advocate for clients' rights and ensure that they have access to the resources they need to achieve their goals.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all relevant ethical and legal standards.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Empathetic and compassionate demeanor.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Polite and kind, yet firm when necessary.
- Knowledge of mental health issues and treatment options.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $31.00 - $65.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Referral program

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Annual bonus
- Bonus
- Commission
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus
- Retention bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Adelaide, SA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Mental Health Worker: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- Police Check (preferred)
- NDIS worker Check (preferred)
- Manual Handling (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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