Mental Health Support Worker

17 hours ago

Thomastown, Australia SUPPORT NEST Full time

**Job description**

WHO WE ARE
We support people with disability of all ages and needs in their homes and the community with quality services. We are on a mission; to create a world where disability is no longer an obstacle that stops someone from achieving their life goals and making a positive contribution to their community. If you share our passion for making a difference by empowering people disability to live a more fulfilling lives, then we want to here from you.

**ABOUT YOU**

We have an amazing opportunity for Mental Health Support Worker based in hoppers Crossing, Vic or nearby. We are looking for someone warm, friendly, respectful and willing to learn. Someone who truly cares for the clients, is willing to listen and to help them achieve their full potential. An ability to build strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders is a must, as is the genuine desire to provide the best quality support for people with mental/physical disabilities.

**Requirements**:

- Someone from Sudanese Background

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**

Build rapport and collaborate effectively with staff/management, participants, their family and friends to achieve a positive outcome and ensure a smooth flow of service delivery throughout the course of the participants plan. Assist with liaising with participants family and friends to explore new goals, ambitions, promote and empower participants to achieve their goals and provide a medium of strong communication. Increase participants skills with your active support and promote independence by enhancing their skills, and personal development. Provide regular and frequent quality and professional support in line with participants plan, needs, and wants. Assisting participants with accessing their social community to engage with their friends and social groups to promote a healthier lifestyle. Implement strategies and programs to develop/enhance participant skills, identify areas of increased support, and opportunities for services to help achieve their goals.
- Take the client for community access.

**SKILLS & EXPERIENCE**

Minimum of Certificate III in Individual support or Cert IV in Disability/Aged Care/Mental Health, or equivalent qualification (mandatory)
Current First Aid level 2 Certificate (mandatory)
National Police Check (mandatory)
Own vehicle with comprehensive car insurance (preferred but not essential) Manual handling (preferred)
Administration of medication (preferred)
Current CPR (annual)
Current Working with Children’s Check (WWCC)
Current Australian Drivers License (MUST)
Covid'19 Vaccination certificate

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual
Part-time hours: 15-20 per week

**Salary**: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Travel reimbursement

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Shift work

  • Support Worker

    7 days ago

    Thomastown, Australia ABLE-i Full time

    ABLE-i is looking for a suitably experienced person to work as a support worker with experience in aged care & mental health. **You must have experience working with in the aged care sector and be available 3 times a week for up to 3 / 4 hours.** Your CV and cover letter must reflect your experience working in this area. You will be required to provide...

  • Disability Support Worker

    5 days ago

    Thomastown, Australia 9D Care Full time

    **9D Care** offers a range of supports and assistance to a variety of local residents, including help at home, social inclusion and community participation. We are looking for people who can provide practical and emotional help to others, calling on their own real-life experiences to build rapport and relationships. Your support will enable our clients to...

  • Disability Support Worker

    7 days ago

    Thomastown, Australia 9D Care Full time

    **9D Care** offers a range of supports and assistance to a variety of local residents, including help at home, social inclusion and community participation. We are looking for people who can provide practical and emotional help to others, calling on their own real-life experiences to build rapport and relationships. Your support will enable our clients to...

  • Disability Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Thomastown, Australia One Doorway Full time

    Thomastown Location - Become part of a supportive team - Rewarding career with ongoing professional development **Who we are** Our mission is to develop services to enhance quality of life and meet individual outcomes. Specialising in 24-hour disability programs for individuals with multiple and complex needs, we're proud to be a trusted and registered...

  • Disability Support Worker Who Is a Sign Language

    2 weeks ago

    Thomastown, Australia Elevate Support Care Full time

    About us Elevate Support Care a registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider committed to delivering high-quality support services to individuals with disabilities. Our organization is dedicated to promoting independence, inclusion, and a fulfilling life for our clients. We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Support Worker...

  • Disability Support Worker

    1 week ago

    Thomastown, Australia 9D Care Full time

    9D Care offers a range of supports and assistance to a variety of local residents, including help at home, social inclusion and community participation. We are looking for people who can provide practical and emotional help to others, calling on their own real-life experiences to build rapport and relationships. Your support will enable our clients to remain...

  • Support Worker

    6 days ago

    Thomastown VIC, Australia TCM Support Services Full time $210,000 - $234,000 per year

    We have several roles available for Support Workers to work in the Thomastown, Lalor and Preston locations.These roles will be working with elderly individuals who required assistance in their home with either meal preparation, assistance with nighttime routines such as putting pyjamas on and prompting to take their medication.The shifts are from 6.30 until...

  • Support Worker

    6 days ago

    Thomastown VIC, Australia YAY Today - NDIS Support Services Full time

    At YAY Today, we believe great support starts with empathy, understanding, and heart. We're looking for a reliable and compassionate Support Worker who can bring calm, consistency, and kindness when supporting a participant in an environment that requires patience and emotional sensitivity.About the Role:Location: ThomastownAfternoon shifts: 12pm –...

  • Social and Personal Care Assistant Aged Care

    2 weeks ago

    Thomastown, Australia ABLE-i Full time

    ABLE-i is looking for a suitably experienced and qualified person to work as a support worker with experience in aged care & mental health. Must have a min of cert 3 in aged care (Social, domestic and personal care). Bonus if you have experience and the qualifications working with children as we support a wide range of ages. **You must have experience...

  • Thomastown - Disabilty Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Thomastown, Australia Help at Hand Support Full time

    Awesome - Helping people - Flexibility Help at Hand Support Services, is looking for experienced Disability Support Workers who would like to join us and help make a difference to the lives of people with a disability. You will be providing a person-centred approach and your daily routine will depend on the person you are supporting. Every day could be...