Mental Health Support Worker

3 days ago

Nundah QLD, Australia Care Compass Collective Full time $35,000 - $45,000 per year

At Care Compass, we do more than provide services. We create genuine, person-centred support that empowers people to live with greater confidence, independence, and dignity. We are looking for support workers with a strong foundation in mental health, psychology, or nursing who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of people with psychosocial disabilities.

Every shift is a chance to use your skills, build real connections, and support someone to thrive in their daily life and community.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support participants with daily living tasks and personal goals
  • Encourage independence in self-care, household tasks, and community participation
  • Assist participants to access the community and attend appointments
  • Maintain accurate progress notes and communicate effectively with the team
  • Create safe, supportive environments where participants feel valued
  • Build professional, respectful relationships that honour participant choice

What We're Looking For

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Background in mental health, psychology, nursing, or previous support work
  • Experience supporting individuals with psychosocial disabilities

Skills:

  • Reliable, professional, and able to maintain clear boundaries
  • Empathetic, patient, and committed to person-centred care
  • Skilled in encouraging independence and building participant confidence
  • Strong communicator with participants, families, and colleagues
  • Organised and accurate in following care plans and documentation
  • Flexible and adaptable to different support needs and environments

Requirements:

  • Blue Card (or willing to obtain)
  • Yellow Card (Disability Worker Screening Clearance) (or willing to obtain)
  • Queensland Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle with insurance
  • Current First Aid & CPR certification
  • Current Police Check (or willing to obtain)

Why Join Care Compass?

  • Professional Growth – Ongoing training, upskilling, and development opportunities
  • Career Progression – Clear pathways to grow within our expanding organisation
  • Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
  • Wellbeing Support – 24-hour confidential counselling EAP program
  • Team Culture – A supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and your impact is seen every day

How to Apply

Send your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and passion for mental health support to

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $35.15 – $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 38 per week

Application Question(s):

  • How many Kilometers (kms) are you willing to travel for work?

Experience:

  • Disability Support Work: 2 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Full Driver Licence (Preferred)
  • comprehensive car insurance (Preferred)
  • Yellow Card (Preferred)
  • Blue Card (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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