Mental Health Support Worker

About the role

Calder Care Services are seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Support Workers to join a care team for a male participant in the Wyndhamvale area. In this casual role, you will play a vital part in providing care and support to this participant, empowering them to live independently and actively participate in their community.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the participant with daily activities such as household tasks, meal prepping and going on daily walks. *The walks may take place for 1-2 hours. Please do not apply for this role if this is going to be an issue.

• Provide emotional support and build a positive professional relationship

• Facilitate social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to promote client wellbeing. For example, access to community activities; such as going out for lunches/dinners, running errands, going to the local pools etc.

• Advocate for client needs and liaise with healthcare professionals and support networks

• Maintain accurate client records and documentation

• Adhere to organisational policies, procedures, and safety standards

About you

• Experience in mental health or disability support work

• Ability to work with behaviours of concern and adhere to and understand a mental health safety plan

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clear English

• Excellent computer navigation skills

• Flexible availability to suit client needs with shifts varying from daytime, evening and weekend shifts, minimum 4 hours extending up to 8 or 10 hours in duration

• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic nature

• Relevant qualifications such as Certificate III or IV in Individual Support (CHC33021), Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315), Diploma of Mental Health (CHC53315) or equivalent

• Experience in trauma informed-care is highly desired

• Current First Aid and CPR certification

• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable and insured vehicle. Please note that participant has a small dog who comes along with him to outings. Before applying for this role, please be aware that the dog will need to come inside your vehicle at times.

• Must hold an NDIS Workers Screening Check and valid Victorian Police Check (validity within past 3 years)

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates and casual employment benefits

• Ongoing internal training and professional development opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Paid travel time and kms between rostered clients

About us

Calder Care Services Pty Ltd have serviced Melbourne & greater Melbourne for over 25 years. We provide a wide range of services such as support, respite, personal care, domestic assistance, maintenance, support coordination, recovery coaching and occupational therapy. At Calder Care, our vision is to walk alongside every individual, offering compassionate care, unwavering support and meaningful opportunities to live life to the fullest. Calder Care Services wish to create a world where every older person and every individual living with a disability are seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those with mental health conditions, we encourage you to apply for this role. Apply now and join our dedicated team at Calder Care Services.