Community Support Worker - Mental Health
SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services – Sydney NSW
Casual/Temporary
17d ago , from SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services
Sydney Health & Care Services (SHCS)is growing across Greater Sydney.
We're looking for reliable Community Support Workers who can support participants living with mental health challenges — including complex behaviours, dementia and dual diagnosis (drug & alcohol).
Casual shifts available:
(Female workers ONLY)
Location: Bradbury
Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 10am - 2pm
Requires experience in: AOD support, mental health, brain injury, and personal care.
(Female workers ONLY)
Location: Penrith
Thursday: 10am - 3pm
Requires experience in mental health
(Female or Male workers)
Location: Chipping Norton
Monday and Wednesday: 11am - 1pm
Requires experience with dementia
Key Responsibilities of this role:
Experience supporting people with complex needs, ABI, dementia, and/or mental healthSupervision and prompting of medication administrationStrong emotional regulation and calm communication styleUse validation, reassurance, and redirection during distressRespect choice and control,



including refusal of supportFollow Behaviour Support Plans and safety protocolsPersonal care and manual handling when necessaryAssistance with hygiene, cleaning, and bedding
What you bring:
A reliable car with comprehensive insurance (mandatory), full unrestricted Australian driver's licence, and willingness to travel across SydneyProven reliability, professionalism, and excellent communicationMinimum 6 months experience in mental health, disability support, or community services (or Certificate IV in Mental Health)Calm under pressure; solid judgment and boundariesSmartphone literacy for rostering and documentation
Must-have compliance (or willing to obtain):
NDIS Worker Screening CheckWorking With Children Check (NSW)First Aid & CPRPolice CheckUnrestricted work rights in AustraliaPreferred: Certificate III/IV in Community Services, Mental Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)Consistent shifts with a supportive team and on-the-ground coachingPathway topart-time employmentafter consistent performancePaid training and upskilling in behaviour support and mental healthCompetitive Award pay with penalties and allowances, plus KM reimbursementMeaningful work where your reliability genuinely changes lives
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📌 Community Support Worker - Mental Health (Sydney)
🏢 SHCS Sydney Health & Care Services
📍 Sydney