Community Support Worker - Mental Health Specialist
Core
Provide direct emotional and practical support to vulnerable individuals facing mental health challenges, fostering independence and well-being.
Role type
Community Support Worker (Mental Health Specialist)
Builds
Individualized support plans, group therapy sessions, and social activities for clients.
Domain
Social care / Mental health services
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Mental health assessment, crisis management, case management, advocacy, group facilitation, medication reminders, daily living assistance
Preferred skills
Report writing, multidisciplinary collaboration, problem-solving
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct initial assessments and develop support plans; provide direct emotional and practical support; assist with daily living activities; facilitate access to external services; organize group therapy and social activities; maintain confidential client records; collaborate with families and healthcare professionals; advocate for client rights; respond to crisis situations.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC