Mental Health Support Worker
1 week ago
**Job Title**: Mental Health Support Worker
**Location**: Clayton and Surrounding
**Job Type**: Casual
**Salary**: $33.00 to $40.00 per hour
**About Us**:
At YAY TODAY, we are dedicated to providing high-quality support services to individuals living with mental health conditions. Our goal is to help clients achieve improved mental well-being, independence, and a better quality of life through compassionate care and tailored support. We are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate **Mental Health Support Worker** to join our dedicated team.
**Role Overview**:
As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will be responsible for providing direct, person-centred support to individuals with mental health challenges. You will work closely with clients to help them manage their conditions, build coping strategies, and achieve their personal goals. Your role will also involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including mental health professionals, to ensure holistic care and support.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Provide practical and emotional support to individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.
- Assist clients in daily living activities, including personal care, social interactions, and household tasks, where necessary.
- Help clients develop and implement individual care plans that promote well-being and recovery.
- Monitor clients’ mental and physical health, documenting progress and any concerns.
- Support clients in accessing community services and maintaining appointments (e.g., with therapists, doctors, or community support groups).
- Promote independence and empowerment, encouraging clients to make informed decisions about their care and treatment.
- Work closely with family members, carers, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive care coordination.
- Participate in regular supervision and team meetings, contributing to ongoing development and training opportunities.
**Key Requirements**:
- **Experience**: Minimum of 2 years of experience working in mental health support, either in a community, residential, or clinical setting.
- **Qualification**: A relevant qualification in Mental Health, Social Work, Health and Social Care, or a related field (e.g., Diploma in Health and Social Care, Master of Psychology (Clinical) or Diploma in Counselling etc).
- **Skills**: Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a range of mental health conditions.
- **Compassionate and Patient**: Empathy and respect for individuals living with mental health conditions are essential, along with the ability to maintain professional boundaries.
- **Team Player**: Ability to collaborate with colleagues and external professionals to provide holistic care.
- **Flexibility**: Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays if necessary.
**What We Offer**:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for career progression within the organisation.
**How to Apply**:
**Job Type**: Casual
Pay: $33.00 - $40.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Public holidays
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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