Our client is a highly innovative mental health organisation. With ground-breaking initiatives, this company sets themselves apart by providing person centred values and principles.
About the role
The Mental Health Community Support Worker will undertake activities as directed by the Manager of Mental Health Services in a manner which is supportive of the objectives of the agreed support plan. The position is part time for up to 6 months initially and will involve providing direct care and support services to a participant residing in their own home with multiple complex needs, in accordance with an agreed support plan. The role will also involve overnight stays which is a requirement of the position.
Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrates skills and knowledge working with people experiencing mental illness
- Provides assistance to the people within the community
- Supports the objectives of the organisation as planned
- Suggests and implements programs that would support the organisation’s goals
Join the team and enjoy the following benefits
- Working for a leading organisation
- Fulfillment of helping our clients to live better lives
- Build a rewarding career
Ref No:
14506
Rate:
$29.09p/h
Qualifications
Job Qualifications
- Current Working with Children Check Card or willingness to obtain
- Current National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain
- Current Drivers License with no restrictions and reliable motor vehicle
- Current Senior First Aid/Provide First Aid Certificate.
- A genuine commitment to the community services industry
- Relevant experience in mental health or community support
- With proven capacity to deal with challenging issues
- Highly developed innovative and creative thinking abilities, problem solving abilities, compassion, empathy and professionalism
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Has ability to work independently and in a team
- Willing to undertake training to fill skill gaps if required
- Willing to work inTaylors Lakes
To be considered for this opportunity you must have a legal entitlement to work in Australia & hold a valid VIC driver licence. Criminal record checks with the VIC Police, working with children checks, prior employment checks & functional assessments are part of the recruitment process. We are an Equal Chance Employer.
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