Adelaide Care Services is seeking experienced female Mental Health Support Workers who specialise specifically in mental health to join our casual team. You will provide specialised, person-centred support to NDIS participants living with complex psychiatric and behavioural presentations across Greater Adelaide. This is demanding, high-impact work suited to someone with real mental health expertise who remains calm, grounded, and skilled in challenging and crisis situations.
Key responsibilities
Provide specialised mental health support to participants with complex psychiatric and behavioural presentations
Apply advanced de-escalation techniques and manage mental health crises calmly and safely
Implement Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) strategies consistently and professionally
Assist with daily living activities (ADLs), personal care, and community access
Recognise early warning signs and respond appropriately to changes in mental state
Maintain accurate documentation, including shift notes and incident reports
What we're looking for
Specialised,
demonstrated experience in mental health support — this is essential, not desirable
Practical and theoretical knowledge of mental health disorders, including how they present and how to respond
Proven ability to support participants with complex, high-acuity psychiatric presentations
Confidence in de-escalation, crisis management, and behaviour support
A calm, patient, resilient, and person-centred approach
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility across a range of shifts
Requirements – must have
Demonstrated specialisation and experience in mental health support
Practical and theoretical knowledge of mental health disorders
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Current driver's licence and reliable vehicle
Excellent English communication skills essential
First Aid & CPR certificate
Right to work in Australia
What we offer
Competitive casual rate of $40 per hour
Versatile shifts across Greater Adelaide
Supportive and experienced team
Genuinely rewarding, high-impact work
📌 Mental Health Support Worker Female Adelaide
🏢 Adelaide Care Services
📍 Adelaide
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