Mental Health Support Worker

• Promote independence, development and confidence in others
• On the job training and career developmen
• SCHADS Level 2 Support Worker, $28.28 - 29.93 plus casual loading and penalty rates
• 24/7 in-home support – dual disabilities & challenging behaviours

Provide daily support to individuals living with mental disorders (mental illness coupled with other forms of disability). Creative and supportive environment. Variety of shifts.

About You

Are you are motivated to improve the lives of those living with mental disorders? Can you resolve conflict & deal with practical issues to support others and achieve outcomes? Additional attributes we are looking for include:

• Flexibility, patience, initiative and emotional resilience
• Effective listening skills & an adaptable communication style
• Capability to advocate for others and build support networks
• The ability to contribute positively within a team
• Prior experience supporting people with mental disorders where challenging behaviours are common, either in a work or personal context
• Qualifications / experience in Mental Health, Individual Support, Disability, Social Work or other relevant qualification (or be actively studying)

It is a requirement of this position to acquire and maintain a positive Working With Children’s Check, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and a current & valid driver’s license.

About the Role

We assist & support individuals (consumers) in their own homes to develop skills and abilities to handle day to day tasks. Our goal is to enable rather than do, to promote independence, development and confidence of the individuals. Our success will enable them to have the voice and choice to thrive in their local communities. The role entails:

• Meet the individual needs according to an established behavioral support plan
• Developing professional relationships with individuals, their families and others in the community
• Providing accurate and timely case notes so that others can provide a consistent experience for the individual

What we can offer you

Ermha is an agile and innovative nonprofit with a growth agenda across Australia. As an employee you will be offered:

• Opportunity to have a career that changes lives
• On the job training and development
• Flexibility in working hours to suit work life balance
• A supportive team environment that is engaging and inspiring
• A competitive total package including salary packaging

About ermha

Ermha exists to ensure that people experiencing mental illness and cognitive disability, and their carers, can thrive in and become part of the community. We choose to work with people who have fallen through the gaps in the system and where there is no obvious support. We are often considered the provider of last resort.

We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

How to Apply

Please make an online application via our website.

If you have any questions please email [email protected]