Psychosocial Support Worker

Join Our Growing Team

At COPE, we're committed to providing exceptional mental health services to NDIS participants in the Perth metropolitan area with a psychosocial disability. Our team of dedicated professionals is passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential. We're currently seeking a Psycho-Social Support Worker to join our expanding outreach team.

About the Role

As a Psychosocial Support Worker, you'll provide individualised support services to NDIS participants experiencing serious and persistent mental health difficulties. You'll work collaboratively with participants to develop personalised goals and form professional working relationships to help participants navigate their daily lives and achieve their aspirations. In addition, you'll play a key role in connecting participants to community support services and resources, helping them build stronger social networks and access essential community-based services.

This opportunity involves outreach work in the local community; therefore, a full driver's license and reliable vehicle are needed. The successful candidate will be required to use their private motor vehicle for transporting participants while delivering support or services. Travel is required as part of the role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one support to NDIS participants, tailored to their unique mental health challenges and personal goals.
• Work with participants to identify and develop personalised goals, fostering a sense of achievement and independence.
• Establish and maintain strong, professional, and supportive relationships with participants to promote trust and engagement.
• Encourage participants to take an active role in their recovery, helping them build skills and confidence to navigate daily tasks.
• Help participants access relevant community services and supports, such as housing, employment, education, and social activities.

About COPE

Centre of Psychological Enrichment (COPE) is a distinguished psychology practice and registered NDIS service provider. COPE's vision is to provide the highest level of psychological and mental health care that extends beyond the alleviation of symptoms. We seek to reduce emotional suffering and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and society using psychoanalytic psychotherapy, as a clinical approach, and a widely applicable and evolving way of understanding human experience to create lasting change. We offer a supportive and enriching environment for both clients and professionals alike. COPE has a team of 25 which includes psychologists, counsellors, and creative arts therapists and NDIS outreach services who are dedicated to providing high-quality mental health services.

At COPE, we value our employees and prioritise their well-being. We believe in creating a positive and supportive work culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. We offer a range of benefits and initiatives to support our employees' mental health and overall well-being, feedback and development.

Benefits of Working at COPE:

• Competitive compensation: Enjoy competitive hourly rates.
• Professional development opportunities: We're committed to your development, offering training and workshops designed to deepen your skills and insight. Each workshop is grounded in a relational and psychodynamic approach, fostering meaningful growth from the inside out.
• Work under clinical professionals: Learn from experienced professionals such as psychologists and counsellors and develop your expertise.
• Autonomy and empowerment: We trust your judgment and provide you with the autonomy to make informed decisions.
• Supportive work environment: Be part of a collaborative and compassionate team. A majority of our NDIS outreach workers are psychology or counsellor graduates eager to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Positive feedback and recognition: Your hard work and contributions will be acknowledged and appreciated.

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• A genuine commitment to working with individuals experiencing mental illness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving, creativity, compassion, and empathy.
• Understanding of the person-centered approach.
• Confidentiality and diversity awareness.
• Ability to plan, organise, and manage workload effectively.

Desirable:

• Minimum qualification of Cert III or working towards a bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant field.
• Relevant experience in mental health community support.
• Excellent skills in engaging and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience providing evidence-based interventions for mental health issues (e.g., cognitive behavioural therapy).
• Demonstrated knowledge of the NDIS.

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