Mental Health Support Worker

Job description

We are currently hiring for our Supported Independent Living Accommodation team in Malvern East, Victoria. If you have experience in Mental Health, Medication Management, or willing to learn this could be a great opportunity for you.

District 360 is a vibrant organisation that delivers innovative and contemporary services to NDIS participants. We are a values driven organisation and encourage applicants from all people from all walks of life. Our goal is to create an amazing work environment where you as a D360 team member will feel supported, appreciated and engaged. As a growing organisation we are strong believers in providing opportunities for staff development and career progression.

Your is more than just about providing support. Your role is not only to be caring and supportive, but it is to empower the lives of your participants. You must be able to take a step back and encourage their independence and to feel included within their community.

We are looking for staff who are able to think outside the square, people who have hobbies and life experiences that can assist our participants in their daily lives. This includes, but is not limited to:

- Community Participation, assisting with social outings and transport
- Assistance with daily life tasks, personal care needs
- Provide support in a manner that is consistent and encourages and motivates our Participants to meet their goals and independent skills building, through person centred practices.
- Maintain positive working relationships with other team members, Participants, families and stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills
- Regular recording of shift notes, reporting and Support plans, identifying areas of improvement and recognising steps taken towards achieving goals.
- Portray positive values and attitudes in line with those of D360

What we are looking for:
This position is the perfect for anyone who;
- Has strong communication and written skills.
- Has the interpersonal skills required to develop a rapport with and have effective working relationships with both participants and team members.
- Has the ability to utilise common sense and take initiative.
- Has capacity to meet the physical requirements of the job that can include manual handling tasks as well as personal care.
- Has the ability to work in a team and autonomously.
- Is willing to be open to new experiences, willingness to learn and to work with a diverse number of people and skill levels.
- Has the ability to provide high quality support that addresses participant needs as articulated in their plans and enhances their independence, abilities, inclusion, community participation and quality of life.
- Is able to respect the personal preferences of participants in meeting their needs and encourage individual growth and development.
- Can work in conjunction with other Support Workers and our management team to perform duties as directed.

Qualifications & experience:

- NDIS Workers Screening Check
- Working with Children Check
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
- NDIS Worker Induction Module Certificate
- COVID-19 Infection Control Certificate
- Drivers Licence (without restrictions)
- Comprehensive car insurance
- First Aid & CPR Certificates
- Manual Handling Certificate
- Certificate IV is desirable but not required

If you have any questions about a role at District 360, please contact Rei on 1800 411 818

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Flexible hours
- Morning shift
- Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Malvern East, VIC 3145: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid & CPR Certification (required)
- NDIS Workers Screening (required)
- Certificate IV in Mental Health (required)