Pay:
SCHADS Level 3 $***** to $***** per hour + generous Salarypackaging up to $18,550 (pay less tax) + Super
Location:
Tuggerah with community outreach
As a
Mental Health Support worker
with Uniting's
Community Living Supports (CLS)
program, you will provide a range of individualised psychosocial supports that empowers 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.
Uniting's Community Living Supports (CLS) is a community outreach program supporting people aged 16+ across NSW on their recovery journey 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.
About you
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
Minimum
Certificate IV
in Mental Health, Community Services
or related field.
At least




12 months relevant 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.
Ability to provide individualised psychosocial support to people living with severe and persistent mental illness
Strong documentation skills - assessment reports, progress notes and reporting
A paid
NSW Working with Children Check
Mental Health First Aid certificate or equivalent
Current First Aid Certificate
Completion of ASIST training and/or suicide prevention
Experience with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Advanced knowledge of local community service networks.
What we offer you
Tax-free salary packaging entitlements of up to $18,550 per year (visithttps://accesspay.com.au/for more information).
Generous referral bonus for successfully referring a friend who joins Uniting
Fitness Passport – support for your wellbeing
EAP- Free confidential wellbeing and counselling service for employees and their families
4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most
4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro-rata part time employees)
U Rewards – exclusive discounts from leading retailers
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background check, including National Police Check, paid Working with Children Check and reference checks.
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📌 Mental Health Support Worker (Cls) (Central Coast)
🏢 Uniting NSW & ACT
📍 Central Coast