Mental Health Support Worker

2 days ago

Frankston, Australia IISLAH CARE Full time

**Mental Health Support Worker - NDIS (Flexible Hours)**

**Location**: South Eastern Suburb and Northen Suburb

**Job Type**: Casual / Part-time / Full-time

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals living with mental health challenges? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate **Mental Health Support Worker** to assist our NDIS participants in achieving emotional well-being, independence, and improved quality of life.

**About the Role**:
In this role, you will work closely with an individual whose primary support needs relate to mental health. As a key part of the participant’s care team, your focus will be to foster emotional regulation, build resilience, and empower the client to achieve their personal goals. This is a highly rewarding role where you will see the direct impact of your support on the client's mental health and daily life.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide one-on-one emotional support and active listening.
- Assist with building positive coping strategies and emotional regulation skills.
- Support the client to engage in community activities and therapeutic programs.
- Monitor and respond to changes in the client’s mental health, ensuring timely interventions.
- Collaborate with other health professionals and stakeholders to impliment person-centred care plans.
- Promote independence and personal growth through goal-setting and skill-building activities.
- Maintain accurate case notes and uphold confidentiality.

**About You**:

- Certificate III or IV in Disability, Mental Health, Social Work, or related field (or working towards).
- Previous experience in mental health, community services, or disability support (prefered)
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and person-centred approaches (prefered)
- Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid, and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).

**Benefits**:

- Competitive hourly rate and flexible working hours.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive team environment and access to supervision.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in someone’s life.

If you are passionate about empowering individuals through mental health support and want to be part of a supportive and dynamic care team, we’d love to hear from you

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

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 38 per week

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Fixed shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- On call
- Weekend availability

Supplementary Pay:

- Penalty rates

Application Question(s):

- Do you have an NDIS worker's screening check?

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 04/11/2024

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