Job Description

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT WORKERS WANTED - DAPTO & FAIRY MEADOW n

We are currently seeking experienced Support Workers to join our growing Supported Independent Living (SIL) team in Dapto and Fairy Meadow.

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The successful applicants will be compassionate, resilient, reliable and experienced in supporting individuals with mental health and complex support needs.

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These roles offer ongoing weekly sleepover shifts, with the opportunity to become part of a reliable, supportive and dedicated team.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS n

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- Ability to work sleepover shifts is essential
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- Australian resident with full working rights
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- Experience supporting participants with mental health diagnoses
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- Strong communication and documentation skills
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- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
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- Fluent English communication skills
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HIGHLY REGARDED EXPERIENCE n

Experience supporting participants with:

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- Self-harm and suicide risk
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- Schizophrenia and complex mental health needs
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- Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
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- Anxiety and emotional regulation
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- Medication assistance and medication management support
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- Diabetes support and diabetes training
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- Meal preparation and nutritional support
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- Restrictive Practices and compliance requirements
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- Positive Behaviour Support and behaviour support strategies
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- Crisis support, risk management and de-escalation
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- Person-centred support, while maintaining participant dignity, choice and independence
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WHAT WE OFFER nn
- Supportive and dedicated team environment
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- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people's lives
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- Potential for additional shifts as our services continue to grow
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- Opportunities to work across other SIL homes as services expand
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