Experienced Mental Health Support Worker

5 days ago

Toorak, Australia YAY Today - NDIS Support Services Full time

**Job Title: Experienced Mental Health Support Worker**
**Location**: Toorak and Surrounds
**Employment Type**: Casual
**Salary**: $33.00 to $40.00 p/h (based on qualificaltion and experience)

**About Us**

At YAY TODAY, we believe mental health support is more than a job, it’s a calling. We are a dedicated team of professionals committed to empowering individuals with mental health challenges to live full, meaningful, and independent lives. We're now looking for an **Experienced Mental Health Support Worker** to join our team, someone who is reliable, compassionate, and truly wants to make a difference.

**The Role**

As a Mental Health Support Worker, you will provide direct, person-centered support to clients living with mental health conditions. You’ll be part of a team that helps individuals achieve greater independence, develop coping strategies, and improve their overall quality of life. This role is for someone who gives **110%**. Someone who goes the extra mile, builds genuine relationships, and brings integrity, energy, and heart to their work every single day.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Deliver high-quality, individualized mental health support in the community or clients' homes
- Assist clients with daily living activities, goal setting, social inclusion, and emotional regulation
- Work closely with clinical professionals, family members, and other services to ensure a holistic care approach
- Accurately document progress, incidents, and care plans in line with organizational procedures
- Travel to various locations as required, supporting clients across Melbourne
- Be a consistent, reliable presence in clients’ lives, offering stability and trust
- Respond calmly and professionally to challenging behaviors or crisis situations

**What We’re Looking For**
- **Minimum 2 years** experience in a similar role supporting individuals with mental health needs
- A genuine passion for helping others and a “whatever it takes” mindset.
- Strong work ethic, punctual, accountable, and dependable.
- Willingness and ability to travel regularly to support clients in different locations
- Exceptional communication and active listening skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, de-escalation strategies, and safeguarding procedures.
- Relevant qualification in mental health, social care, or psychology (desirable but not essential)
- Full VIC driver's license and access to a vehicle (preferred)

**What We Offer**
- A supportive, purpose driven team environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Competitive pay
- Flexible work/life balance
- The chance to truly make a difference in people’s lives, every single day

**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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