Mental Health Support Worker Gympie

**About Assist Lifestyle**: Assist Lifestyle is a leading NDIS provider based in Britinya, 4575 QLD, dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges. We offer a range of in-home support services, including NDIS Core Supports, Support Coordination, and Short-Term Accommodation. Our mission is to provide compassionate, tailored support that promotes independence, wellbeing, and meaningful life outcomes for our participants.

We are currently seeking an experienced Support Worker in Gympie and Sunshine Coast with a strong background in Supporting individuals with Psychosocial Disabilities to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting individuals with complex mental health and disability needs to achieve their goals and lead fulfilling lives.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide tailored, person-centered support in home and in the community to NDIS participants.
- Assist with Domestic and Household duties
- Assist with Shopping and Community access
- Assist with recreational activities
- Personal care ( if part of support plan)
- Medication prompting ( when required)
- Develop, Implement, and review NDIS support plans that are focused on achieving participants’ goals..
- Monitor and review progress regularly to ensure the best outcomes for participants.
- Complete shift notes, incident reports, behaviours charts in the timely and professional manner.

**Key Requirements**:

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with participants and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently and be part of the team.
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to working with people with complex needs.
- Relevant qualifications ( Cert 3 in Disability or Age Care).
- Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

**Desirable**:

- Previous experience working with individuals who have complex psychosocial needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of the local community resources available on the Sunshine coast and surroundings.

**Why Join Assist Lifestyle?**
- Competitive hourly rate: $32 to $60 per hour, based on experience.
- Compensation for use of the personal car or Business car provided
- Supportive work environment with a passionate team.
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of participants.
- Flexible working conditions to promote work-life balance.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Subcontract, Casual, Contract

Pay: $32.00 - $60.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

- Do you hold a Certificate 3 in Disability or Age care or similar? If yes, please specify your qualification.
- How many years of experience do you have working as a Support Worker?
- Do you have direct experience supporting participants with psychosocial disabilities or mental health challenges? Please describe your experience.
- Do you have a valid 'NDIS Worker Screening Check'?

Licence/Certification:

- Full Driver Licence
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- NDIS clearance
- Current Police Check
- NDIS Training
- Current First Aid and CPR

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

**Job Types**: Part-time, Subcontract, Casual, Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $23.73 - $48.43 per hour

Expected hours: 12 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Work from home

Schedule:

- Shift work

Supplementary Pay:

- Christmas bonus
- Penalty rates

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid Certification (preferred)
- Working with Children Check (preferred)
- National Police Certificate (preferred)
- Driver Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: On the road