Mental Health Support Worker (New South Wales)

Mental Health Support Worker (New South Wales)

16 Sep
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Uniting
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New South Wales

16 Sep

Uniting

New South Wales

Employment Type: Permanent Full-TimeLocation: Garden SuburbRoster: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm shiftsClassification: SCHADS Level 3.1 + generous salary packaging benefitsRole Overview:As a Mental Health Support worker of Community Living Supports (CLS) will provide a range of individualised psychosocial supports to consumers.
Working with the recovery model and using a holistic, person-centred approach, the Support Worker will support the consumers to achieve their goals towards increased abilities and skills, and their individualised recovery plans.The Community Living Supports (CLS) Of Uniting is a community outreach service assisting adults across NSW recover and transition to quality of life in the community.
The service delivery is individualised and versatile.Role Overview:Provide person-centred, recovery-focused support to consumers to achieve their individual goals.Develop and monitor recovery plans in partnership with consumers, carers, families and clinicians.Encourage personal growth, independence, confidence and a sense of belonging.Support consumers to develop social, living and vocational skills.Promote education, self-care strategies and meaningful community participation.Connect consumers with relevant community services,



specialists and support networks.Maintain accurate consumer records, reporting and documentation in line with organisational requirements.Essential Criteria:Minimum Certificate IV in Mental Health, Community Services or related field.Minimum 12 months experience working in the field of expertise.Experience working with consumers experiencing mental health challenges.Understanding of the Principles of Recovery Orientated Mental Health Practice.Demonstrated ability to develop individual support plans with consumers.A Current full driver's license.Ability to provide individualised psychosocial support to people living with severe and persistent mental illnessThorough documentation skills - assessment reports, progress notes, reportingWhy Work at Uniting?
At Uniting, we celebrate diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds.We offer:Salary Packaging Benefits- increase your take-home payFitness Passport - support for your wellbeingU Rewards - discounts from top retailersOngoing Training - dedicated professional development days, cultural awareness, and moreCareer Development - supportive environment within a large organisation.
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📌 Mental Health Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Uniting
📍 New South Wales

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