Mental Health Support Worker - HASI
- Adamstown, NSW
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Deliver individual recovery-focused support using evidence-based, person-centred approaches.
- Assist consumers with navigating essential services such as NDIS applications, Centrelink payments, and DCJ housing.
- Engage in capacity-building activities that promote recovery, resilience, and improved physical and mental health.
- Develop and monitor individual support plans in collaboration with consumers, carers, and community organisations.
- Balance community outreach with administrative tasks, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up.
- Receive guidance and mentorship
- Work across various settings, including homes, community spaces, Hospitals, to support consumers wherever their recovery journey takes them.
- Relevant experience in the mental health or community services sector with strong interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for recovery-oriented practice.
- Minimum Certificate IV in Mental health or Community Services or working towards this qualification.
- Strong ability to engage with clients, share your story, and collaborate with team members.
- Experience or a strong desire to learn about recovery-oriented approaches.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, seeing multiple consumers in one workday.
- Professional development and training opportunities
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Regular supervision and mentoring.
- The opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of individuals on their recovery journey.
- Fitness Passport, U Rewards and other great employee benefits
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