Disability Support Worker

Specialist Disability Support Worker (Psychosocial & Mental Health) – Empower an Adult to Thrive

Join our team at Thrive360 Care and make a profound difference in the life of an adult client. We're seeking an empathetic and experienced individual to provide essential, recovery-oriented support.

This is a targeted recruitment specifically looking for a Disability Support Worker with demonstrated experience and a passion for supporting adults with psychosocial disabilities and mental health diagnoses.

THIS IS ONE SPECIFIC SHIFT (with potential for more) . Must be available every Friday 10AM - 4PM, and once a month 7AM - 1PM.

What you'll do:

• Person-Centred & Recovery-Oriented Support: Work collaboratively with the client, fostering a trusting and respectful relationship, and supporting their journey towards well-being, independence, and personal recovery goals.
• Promote Mental Wellbeing & Coping Strategies: Provide empathetic support, assist the client in developing and utilising coping mechanisms, and promote a positive sense of self.
• Support with Daily Living & Goal Achievement: Assist and encourage the client with daily activities, personal goals, and skill development in line with their individual support plan and NDIS goals, taking into account their mental health needs.
• Create a Safe, Understanding & Enabling Environment: Foster a supportive atmosphere where the client feels safe, heard, understood, and empowered to make choices and pursue their interests.
• Community Connection & Participation: Support the client to engage in meaningful community activities, build social connections, and access services that enhance their quality of life and mental wellbeing.
• Implement & Monitor Support Plans: Effectively follow, contribute to, and monitor the individualised support plan, liaising with the care team regarding progress and any changes in needs.
• De-escalation and Crisis Support (if required): Utilise your skills to support the client calmly and effectively during times of distress, following established protocols.

What we're looking for:

• Minimum experience: Minimum 2 years experience working in the sector.
• Relevant Qualifications: A Diploma/ Certificate in Mental Health, Diploma/Certificate in Disability, Individual Support, Community Services, or equivalent. (A Mental Health specific qualification is highly regarded).
• Essential Experience: Demonstrated experience supporting adults with psychosocial disabilities and significant mental health diagnoses. This includes understanding recovery principles and trauma-informed care.
• Specialist Skills: Proven ability in providing emotional support, implementing positive behaviour support strategies, and supporting individuals to manage their mental health effectively.
• Empathy, Patience & Resilience: A deep sense of compassion, understanding, patience, and the resilience required to support individuals through complex challenges.
• Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills: The ability to communicate effectively, build rapport, and engage respectfully with the client, their support network, and colleagues.
• Reliability and Punctuality: A commitment to the specified working hours.

What we offer:

• Set Hours: For this specific role, initially 6 hours per week
• Specialist Role: Opportunity to utilise and further develop your specialist skills in psychosocial and mental health support.
• Opportunities for Growth: Potential to expand your role and take on additional responsibilities within Thrive360 Care.
• A Supportive Team: A collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued.
• Meaningful Work: The chance to make a significant and positive impact in the life of an adult, empowering their recovery and well-being.

If you have the specialised experience we're seeking and are ready for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements:

• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Valid Driver's Licence and insured vehicle
• Resume + references detailing your experience in psychosocial disability and mental health support.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting your relevant experience, to

Let's work together to empower individuals with psychosocial disabilities to THRIVE

We are committed to ensuring safe and supported care for all our clients. For more information about Thrive360 Care visit:

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $44.59 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Benefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person