Disability Support Worker (DSW) – Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
Core
Provide 1:1 psychosocial and mental health support to participants with disability in their home and community, focusing on emotional wellbeing, daily routines, and maintaining independence.
Role type
Disability Support Worker (Mental Health & Psychosocial focus)
Builds
Person-centred support plans and daily living activities for individuals with psychosocial disability
Domain
Mental health, psychosocial disability, community support services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
1:1 support, trauma-informed care, risk management, medication administration (within scope), community access support, daily living assistance, progress documentation, escalation procedures
Preferred skills
Mental health experience, psychosocial disability experience, building trust, maintaining professional boundaries, working independently
Technologies
NDIS Worker Screening Check, NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 psychosocial and mental health support, support emotional wellbeing and daily routines, assist with shopping and errands, support attendance at medical appointments, encourage engagement in meaningful activities, prepare meals and assist with daily living, follow individual support and risk management plans, escalate concerns appropriately, maintain clear and accurate progress notes
Seniority
Experienced, hands-on IC