Salary: $18,550

Job Type: Part-time

Mental Health Support Worker (Community Living Supports) Pay: SCHADS Level 3 $40.49 to $43.42 base per hour + generous Salarypackaging up to $18,550 (pay less tax) + SuperLocation: 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 flexible.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 youTo 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 illnessStrong documentation skills - assessment reports, progress notes and reportingA paid NSW Working with Children CheckMental Health First Aid certificate or equivalentCurrent First Aid CertificateCompletion of ASIST training and/or suicide preventionExperience 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 (visit more information).Generous referral bonus for successfully referring a friend who joins UnitingFitness Passport – support for your wellbeingEAP- Free confidential wellbeing and counselling service for employees and their families4 Me Days – extra paid leave each year (pro rata) to rest, recharge, and focus on what matters most4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro-rata part time employees)U Rewards – exclusive discounts from leading retailers About UnitingUniting NSW. ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.Uniting is a Child Protected Organisation committed to promoting the safety, well-being and inclusion of children and young people.Empowered by diversityAt Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serveEmployment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background check, including National Police Check, paid Working with Children Check and reference checks.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad.

📌 Mental Health Support Worker (community Living Supports) (New South Wales)
🏢 Uniting NSW & ACT
📍 New South Wales