Job description
Casual Opportunities | SCHADS Level 2
Metropolitan Adelaide (All Regions)
About the Role
At Skylight, our Support Workers play a meaningful role in walking alongside participants on their mental health recovery journey. You'll be part of a team that values connection, independence and supporting people to live a life that feels meaningful to them. We work within recovery-oriented, trauma-informed and person-centred frameworks, supporting participants with a range of mental health needs.
You will support participants to:
Build confidence and independence
Re-engage with their community and daily life
Navigate challenges impacting their mental health
Work towards goals that are meaningful to them
Supports are delivered in the community and, at times, in participants' homes, depending on individual goals and needs. No two days are the same and support activities may include:
Attending appointments or community-based activities
Supporting individuals to establish structure and routine
Facilitating social connection and community engagement
Assisting with everyday tasks (e.g. shopping, planning, appointments)
Encouraging skill-building, decision-making and independence
This role can be highly rewarding, but it also comes with challenges.
At times, you may:
Support participants experiencing low motivation, anxiety or emotional distress
Experience last-minute cancellations or difficulty engaging participants
Need to sit with uncertainty and avoid "fixing" situations for people
Work at a slower pace,



where progress can take time and looks different for everyone
If you value connection, empathy and making a genuine difference in someone's life, this work can be incredibly meaningful.
About You
You'll be someone who:
Builds genuine, respectful connections with a wide range of people
Is comfortable supporting individuals experiencing mental health challenges and distress
Stays calm and patient and can maintain professional boundaries when situations become challenging
Understands the importance of choice, dignity and autonomy
Uses emotional intelligence, self-awareness and reflection in their work
You may have experience in:
Mental health or community services
Youth work, peer work or lived experience roles
Customer-facing or people-focused roles
What matters most is your ability to connect, engage and support people to build their independence and work towards their NDIS goals.
Requirements
Minimum Certificate III in individual support, disability, mental health, community services or relevant work or lived experience.
Understanding of mental health and psychosocial disability
Availability across weekdays and weekends, with flexibility for short-notice supports




Willingness to travel across metropolitan Adelaide
Smartphone with internet access
Current SA Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle
Current DHS Working With Children Check and DHS NDIS Worker Screening Check
Why Join Skylight
If this sounds like the right fit for you, here's what you can expect as part of the Skylight team.
At Skylight, we recognise that supporting others starts with supporting our staff. We are committed to creating a safe, reflective and supportive environment for our Support Workers.
We offer:
1:1 supervision to support your growth and practice
Peer supervision opportunities to connect, reflect and learn from others
Ongoing internal training and development
Access to debriefing and practice guidance when managing complex situations
A supportive, values-driven team culture
Versatile working arrangements
Skylight places a strong focus on staff wellbeing, reflective practice and professional development. Whether you're experienced or new to mental health support, you'll be encouraged and supported to build confidence and capability in the role.
How to Apply
Apply via the Apply Now link below.
Skylight Mental Health is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce including people from all genders, ages, sexualities, cultures, and backgrounds. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people with mental health lived experience.

📌 Mental Health Support Worker - Ndis (Adelaide)
🏢 Skylight
📍 Adelaide