- Competitive pay from $35-$46 per hour + super, penalties and employee benefits
- Paid induction, practical shadow shifts and continuous career development
- Flexible casual and permanent part-time roles that fit your lifestyle

The support you provide can help someone strengthen their wellbeing, build confidence, gain independence and live the life they choose. If you have experience supporting people with mental health needs and value genuine connection, you’ll find purpose here.

What you’ll be doing

- Provide person-centred support to people experiencing mental health challenges
- Help people build confidence, independence and practical everyday living skills
- Create positive, trusting relationships that help people feel safe, respected and supported
- Encourage people to participate in their community, work toward personal goals and enjoy meaningful experiences
- Recognise changes in wellbeing and respond calmly, appropriately and in line with individual support plans
- Provide consistent support during periods of emotional distress or heightened behaviours
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and other members of the person’s support network
- Maintain accurate documentation and explicit professional boundaries

You’re the right person if...

- You have previous experience supporting people with mental health needs, psychosocial disability or complex behaviours
- You understand recovery-focused, trauma-informed and person-centred support




- You remain calm under pressure and approach challenges with patience, empathy and professionalism
- You can build genuine relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries
- You’re observant, reliable and confident communicating changes in a person’s wellbeing
- You take pride in delivering consistent, respectful and high-quality support
- You’re committed to learning, growing and making a positive difference every day

Why Kanda

At Kanda, you’ll join a team that genuinely invests in your success. From paid induction and supported shadow shifts to ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the training and support to feel confident in your role. Flexible casual and permanent part-time opportunities, competitive pay, employee rewards, wellbeing initiatives and a supportive on-call team mean you’ll be backed both professionally and personally.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of an organisation where your work has real purpose and the people you support are always at the centre of what you do.

If you have mental health support experience and are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Chenae – Talent Acquisition Coordinator (07) 4111 1877

Kanda is committed to maintaining a child-safe organisation.

We are proud to foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported. We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team and the communities we serve.

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