Mental Health Support Worker

3 days ago

Cheltenham, Australia Lifestyle Centred Services Full time

**Mental Health Support Workers - Cheltenham MH25070101**

**About Us**:
Lifestyle Centred Services is an NDIS and TAC registered provider of supports for people with disability and mental health support needs throughout Victoria, we specialise in psycho-social disability and those faced with minor or major mental health issues providing services for people of all ages and backgrounds with a wide range of abilities and support needs.

Our person-centred approach is underpinned by the understanding that our client’s circumstances, needs, wants, and goals, are unique and valued.

**About the Role**:
This role is perfect for someone with a **person-centred** approach, has a genuine passion for improving the quality of life for those with minor and complex mental health needs, who enjoys a challenge and enjoys the rewarding feeling of **making a difference** in someone’s life.

We are seeking experienced Mental Health Support Workers for **an adult** requiring support within the home involving In Home Care and Community Access.

**Shifts available**: Wednesday 12pm - 2pm

**Positions may be available in surrounding suburbs.**

**Pay rate** Minimum starting rate is $41.87 per hour, plus allowances for evenings, weekends and public holidays (based on qualifications and experience).

**Skills and Experience**:
Experience and or/Academic or professional experience in mental health or a similar field (i.e., Psychology, Nursing, Community Services, Youth Work or Social Work)
- Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and driven.
- Reliable, kind and caring nature, with good work ethics
- Be patient and understanding.
- Well-presented and a professional approach
- Positively engage, interact, and work with people who have complex needs.
- Possess a comprehensive knowledge of mental health and the issues that are faced.

**What we offer**:

- The opportunity to have a rewarding impact on improving people’s lives.
- Flexible working hours with ongoing shifts
- A rewarding career in a growing sector
- Above Award Rates

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Current resume and 2 professional referees
- NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain prior to commencement of employment.
- Working with Children Check (WWCC) (Employer) - if supporting U18
- Current driver license and own reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- Current First Aid (HLTAID011/HLTAID003) & CPR (HLTAID009/HLTAID001)

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and invited to an interview.

**More Information -** Please visit our webpage and social media below.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: From $41.87 per hour

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift

Work Location: In person

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